ECSE Paraprofessional 27.5 Hours Per Week

DLECC; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick days

Personal days

Holidays

Job summary

DLECC is seeking a Paraprofessional Level 1 in the Early Childhood Special Education program for the 26-27 school year at Duncan Lake ECC, Caledonia, MI. The role is part-time (27.5 hours) with a starting wage of $17.91 per hour plus a $2.00 Special Education differential and benefits including paid sick days, personal days, and holidays.

The paraprofessional assists teachers with instructional and personal care needs of students with disabilities, supports IEP implementations, and helps create

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework desirable.
• Experience working with students or individuals with disabilities preferred but not required.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities; patience, flexibility, and strong communication/organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of students.
• Assist in implementing IEPs and monitor progress.
• Support students inside and outside the classroom to participate in activities.
• Help students develop appropriate social skills.
• Assist with behavior management as needed.
• Transfer to/from wheelchairs and assist with lifting/positioning when applicable.
• Assist with personal care tasks and monitoring of medical devices when needed.

Skills

Work with students with disabilities

Follow instructions

Patience & flexibility

Organizational & communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework desired

Job description

ECSE Paraprofessional 27.5 Hours Per Week

Caledonia Community School District Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center - Caledonia, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Position: Paraprofessional Level 1 - Early Childhood Special Education (26-27 school year)

Location: Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center

Reports To: Principal/Special Programs Director

Work Year: 183 Days

Work Week:27.5 Hours

Starting Wage: $17.91 + 2.00 Special Education Differential

Benefits:Paid sick days, personal days, and holidays.

Position Summary

The special education (SE) paraprofessional assists the teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with moderate to severe disabilities. The SE paraprofessional assists with the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including self-help, behavior management, and instructional programs.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a certified teacher:

• Assist in the educational and social development of students
• Assist in the implementation of Individualized Education Programs for students and monitor progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Support students in developing appropriate social skills
• Help manage the behavior of assigned students, as needed
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s communication, emotional instructional, medical, physical, sensory, and social needs
• Assist students with cognitive, emotional, and/or physical impairments according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning, if applicable
• Assist students with personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene according to their needs, if applicable. Assist with monitoring and maintenance of medical devices that are needed to maintain the health and safety of students, if applicable
• Assist students with the implementation of communication devices and/or systems, if applicable
• Utilize effective communication skills: ensure that all interactions with students, district personnel, and parents are supportive, courteous, and respectful
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal/written directives
• Maintain confidentiality
• Other duties as assigned by the principal/special programs director

Employment Qualifications

• EDUCATION: This position requires the attainment of a high school diploma or equivalent. College course work is desired, but not required. Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics is essential.
• EXPERIENCE: Previous experience working with students or individuals with disabilities is preferred, but not required.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required:

• Ability to work with students with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to be patient, flexible, and versatile
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Assists in the transfer of students to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning. Lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The position may require supervising students during inclement outdoor weather.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

The Board of Education does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $17.91 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Whitney Krusniak , ECC Principal
• DLECC
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]