Elementary 1:1 Paraprofessional (K-2)

Applitrack; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Battle Creek Public Schools is hiring a 1:1 Paraprofessional. The role supports special education students with daily instructional and non-instructional tasks under teacher guidance.

The position involves implementing IEP goals, small group instruction, and supervision during transportation, gym, and playground activities. The successful candidate will lift up to 50 lb and assist with health, behavior, and safety needs in a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an accredited institution (60 semester hours) or an associate degree.
• Rigorous standard shown by approved state assessments (SAT/Parapro) with required scores.
• Ability to assist in instruction and support in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with implementation of each student's IEP and instructional activities.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and collaborate with teams as needed.
• Support instructional staff in supervision of students during transport, gym, and playground.
• Lead small group activities and maintain classroom organization and supplies.
• Follow behavior interventions and document student progress relative to IEP goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Tech familiarity

Health & stamina

Collaborative work

Education

Two years study (60 hrs)

Associate degree

State assessments approved

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Battle Creek Public Schools

1:1 Paraprofessional (2 Positions Available) JobID: 1852

• Date Posted: 9/2/2026

Every Student. Every Dream. Every Day.

At Battle Creek Public Schools (BCPS), we see, challenge, and support every scholar to reach their infinite potential. BCPS offers a range of innovative learning opportunities, including IB, arts, STEM, Career Academies, early childhood, and adult education, all grounded in academic excellence, equity, and community.

Join a district that invests in its people. BCPS offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and more. Whether you're a teacher, support professional, or leader, BCPS offers meaningful work in a community that values you.

Position Summary

Assists special education with daily instructional and non-instructional classroom management activities.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with implementation of each student's Individual Education Program involving development and implementation of instruction, behavioral and therapeutic activities.


• Attend weekly staff and team meetings and other meetings as appropriate and requested.


• Carry out instructional support and training activities with students under the direction of the teacher in school setting, on Community Based Instruction (CBI), and on Work Placements.


• Assist in planning and implementation of educational activities. The Teacher Assistant, as directed by the teacher, will be responsible for the supervision of the student(s) and will direct, assist, and instruct the student as appropriate.


• Maintain student behavior through appropriate and approved behavioral interventions and approved techniques.


• Assist students in meeting self-help, health and behavior needs including toileting and personal care needs.


• Assist with maintaining classroom organization (supplies, materials, other).


• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials for teaching and for display in the classroom.


• Independently lead small group activities.


• Assist instructional staff in the supervision of students while loading and unloading students on the buses, in gym and on the playground.


• Regularly lifts 50 lb. individually and or pushes over 100 lb. students.


• Understand and be aware of medical needs of students and follow medical protocol under the supervision of a nurse as appropriate.


• Implement behavior management programs and techniques and maintain documentation of student progress relative to IEP goals and objectives.


• Maintain classroom including management of required forms and records.


• Sanitizes classroom, equipment and other areas as assigned.


• Maintain regular consistent attendance and punctuality.


• Maintain a professional personal appearance.


• Adhere to district health and safety procedures.


• Maintain confidentiality.


• Adhere to Board Policies.

Qualifications

• Complete at least two years of study at an accredited institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or


• Obtain an associate degree (or higher) from an accredited institution; or


• Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment in the following areas:
  
  
  
  • Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or
  
  
  • Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
    
    
    
    • Current State Board of Education Approved Assessments
      
      
      
      • College Board's SAT � Must score at least a 480 on evidence-based reading and writing and a 530 on math
      
      
      • ETS Parapro Assessment � A passing score of 460 is required
      
      
      
      
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrate ability to work effectively with students, teachers, treatment staff, and administrators.


• Prefer knowledge of computer technology and software application.


• Demonstrate good physical health and stamina.


• Demonstrate ability to function well within a team in an educational setting.

Salary

$22.50/hour

Contract

193 day calendar

SCHOOL SAFETY CLEARANCE

The successful candidate will be subject to a fingerprint and background check as a condition of employment. All fees required for this check (estimated $73.00) will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.

Battle Creek Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Postings current as of 10/7/2026 3:09:17 AM CST.

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