Classroom Support ParaProfessional

Sylvania; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenowa Hills Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional Classroom Support to supervise students during recess and lunch and to assist teachers with classroom routines. The role emphasizes maintaining a positive learning environment, building relationships, and supporting students with diverse needs.

Requirements include relevant paraprofessional credentials or college credits, experience with Pre-K-12 students, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Must meet paraprofessional requirements under federal guidelines (one of the following).
• Experience working with Pre-K-12 students preferred.
• Ability to use age-appropriate tone, language, and strategies with students, including those with diverse needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Supervise students during recess and/or lunch, ensuring safety, appropriate behavior, and inclusion.
• Assist in maintaining a structured and positive learning environment.
• Support students with behavioral needs, including reinforcing expectations and redirecting behavior.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during recess and lunch, ensuring safety and inclusion.
• Support classroom instruction and routines under the direction of the teacher.
• Maintain a structured, positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with instructional team and communicate effectively.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality; ensure consistent attendance.

Skills

Experience with students

Diverse needs support

Team collaboration

Professionalism and confidentiality

Education

Associate degree or higher

60 college credits

ParaPro assessment 460+

Job description

POSITION: Paraprofessional Classroom Support

LOCATION: Zinser Elementary School

HOURS : 6.5 Hours per Day

SCHEDULE : Monday through Friday, 8:15 am - 3:15 pm

START DATE/CALENDAR : ASAP/

SALARY/BENEFITS : As outlined in KHSSA Collective Bargaining Agreement

PURPOSE

The intent of this assignment is to provide supervision during recess periods, occasionally lunch, during the school day and to provide classroom support to the teaching staff in between recess periods.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Must meet paraprofessional requirements under federal guidelines (one of the following):
  • Associate’s degree or higher, OR
  • Completion of at least 60 college credit hours, OR
  • ETS ParaPro Assessment with a passing score of 460 or higher
• Experience working with Pre-K-12 students preferred
• Ability to use age-appropriate tone, language, and strategies with students, including those with diverse needs
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families
• Supervise students during recess and/or lunch, ensuring safety, appropriate behavior, and inclusion
• Support classroom instruction and routines under the direction of the teacher
• Assist in maintaining a structured and positive learning environment
• Support students with behavioral needs, including:
  • Reinforcing expectations
  • Redirecting behavior
  • Supporting students during dysregulation as needed
• Follow established routines while demonstrating flexibility based on student and building needs
• Collaborate effectively as part of an instructional team
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and strong communication
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance as an essential function of the position
• Complete assigned documentation or paperwork as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, and sit on the floor while supervising and working with students
• Ability to remain active and mobile during outdoor and indoor supervision
• Ability to work in an environment with:
  • Moderate to high noise levels
  • Changing weather conditions (during outdoor recess)
  • Frequent movement and transitions
• Ability to respond to student needs, including supporting behavior and ensuring student safety
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and responsive in a fast-paced and active environment

NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Pursuant to PA 131, the selected candidate must receive clearance from the Michigan State Police Department prior to employment. The candidate is responsible for the fingerprinting/background check fee.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Kenowa Hills Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or any other legally protected status in its programs, services, activities, or employment opportunities.

Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to:
Director of Human Resources
Kenowa Hills Public Schools
2325 Four Mile Road NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Phone: [phone]

Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the application or interview process are encouraged to contact Human Resources.