Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional

Grand Blanc Community Schools; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Kearsley High School is seeking a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities. Under licensed staff, you will assist with instructional activities, behavior support, and personal care as outlined in IEPs.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP accommodations, aiding with notes and assignments, and participating in IEP Team meetings when requested. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, families, and school staff.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families.
• Demonstrated physical and mental stamina for the demands of the position.
• Must pass a LiveScan Criminal Records Check.
• Provide a list of professional and personal references.

Responsibilities

• Support instructional and classroom activities for students with disabilities.
• Implement accommodations and modifications from students' IEPs under staff guidance.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings when requested.
• Reinforce curriculum content and strategies alongside teachers.
• Assist with note-taking, assignment support, and administering accommodations for assessments.
• Provide feedback during behavior intervention planning and meetings.
• Support behavior intervention plans by implementing interventions and collecting data.
• Operate and assist with adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
• Assist students with lifting, mobility, and positioning, as needed.
• Provide support during meals, playtime, and daily routines.
• Address students' personal care and health needs.
• Maintain daily communication logs between home and school.
• Ride the special education bus, if assigned, at start/end of day.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Stamina

LiveScan clearance

References available

Job description

Kearsley High School is seeking a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities. Under licensed staff, you will assist with instructional activities, behavior support, and personal care as outlined in IEPs.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP accommodations, aiding with notes and assignments, and participating in IEP Team meetings when requested. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, families, and school staff.