EI Specialized Assistant for Student Support

Lansing School District; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lansing School District is hiring a Specialized Assistant to support students, especially those with disabilities, within the EI program. This 0.875 FTE on-site role emphasizes one-on-one and small-group engagement, collaboration with teachers and families, safety, and ongoing professional growth.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate's Degree, 60 college credits, or passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam, with preferred experience in RTI and IEP understanding.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Associate's Degree, 60 college credits, or proof of passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam.
• Preferred: experience with RTI, understanding of IEPs, desire to become a certified teacher.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for working with students, especially in one-on-one and small groups, including students with special education needs.
• Effectively prioritize tasks as assigned by teachers and school leaders.
• Ensure safety of students on caseload.
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions.
• Build relationships with students and parents to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned to support the Lansing School District mission.

Skills

Student support

Relationship building

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Associate's Degree

60 college credits

ETS Paraprofessional Exam

Job description

The Lansing School District is hiring a Specialized Assistant to support students, especially those with disabilities, within the EI program. This 0.875 FTE on-site role emphasizes one-on-one and small-group engagement, collaboration with teachers and families, safety, and ongoing professional growth.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate's Degree, 60 college credits, or passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam, with preferred experience in RTI and IEP understanding.