Center-Based SPED Paraprofessional: Impactful Student Support

RCM Healthcare Services; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits: medical, etc.

Paid sick leave

401(k) Savings Plan

Job summary

RCM Healthcare Services is seeking a Center-Based Special Education Paraprofessional to support certified teachers in a dedicated classroom, implementing IEPs and assisting with student needs in a Monroe County, MI school setting. The role is onsite with a 37.5-hour schedule during the school day.

We value reliability, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, maintain records, and collaborate on crisis de-escalation. Benefits apply; the compensation ranges from $25 to $28 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience with special needs children is required.
• Ability to follow IEPs and assist in instructional program.
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable daily transportation.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in performing all clerical responsibilities, preparation of materials, etc.
• Maintain accurate records on all children assigned to the program.
• Assist teacher in carrying out the instructional program.
• Assist students in attending to their personal needs.
• Assist teacher in home program implementation.
• Exhibit flexibility and patience when dealing with staff and students.
• Exhibit ability to work independently within guidelines established by the teacher and administration.
• Maintain confidentiality of information pertaining to students and program.
• Demonstrate warmth, concern, care, and enthusiasm, as well as a genuine interest in students.
• May apply Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) techniques with students.
• Maintain regular, predictable in-person attendance.
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable, daily transportation.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, waist high (lifting rest required)
• Carry out all other responsibilities that may be assigned by the teacher.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Verbal skills

Math skills

Grammar skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Policy awareness

Instructional support

Education

Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours or WorkKeys or ETS ParaPro Assessment with the minimum Michigan passing score or higher or SAT with the minimum passing score or higher

Job description

RCM Healthcare Services is seeking a Center-Based Special Education Paraprofessional to support certified teachers in a dedicated classroom, implementing IEPs and assisting with student needs in a Monroe County, MI school setting. The role is onsite with a 37.5-hour schedule during the school day.

We value reliability, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, maintain records, and collaborate on crisis de-escalation. Benefits apply; the compensation ranges from $25 to $28 per hour.