Elementary Inclusion Paraprofessional

West Michigan Janitorial; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Job summary

WMJ Services in Grandville, MI is hiring an Elementary Inclusion Paraprofessional to support students within Grandville Public Schools. You will partner with educators to foster a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment for diverse learners, including those with special needs.

The role emphasizes patience, empathy and collaboration. Requirements include two years of college or an associate degree (or MTTC/WorkKeys), ability to work with English learners, and completing fingerprinting

Qualifications

• Support students within Grandville Public Schools in an inclusive learning environment.
• Must complete fingerprinting required by Michigan licensing and MDE.
• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment and collaborate with staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
• Assist students with limited English proficiency.
• Implement strategies for special education students.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Communication

Independence

Collaboration

Education

Two years of college or Associate's degree or MTTC/WorkKeys

Job description

Elementary Inclusion Paraprofessional(Grandville PS)

Grandville, MI, United States of America

WMJ Services provides industry-leading janitorial services & staffing solutions to businesses in West Michigan. This includes commercial businesses and school districts. We employ over 600 Team Members. We define ourselves through three uniques: Big Enough, Small Enough; Empowered Employees, Exceptional Results; and Committed to Lasting Partnerships.

WMJ Services hires based on their Core Values; Everyone is Important, Open & Honest, Humble and Determined to Deliver.

Job Skills / Requirements

WMJ Services is seeking a dedicated, collaborative Teacher Assistant to support students within Grandville Public Schools. In this role, you will partner with educators to foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment. You will play a key role in supporting diverse learners, including students with special needs. The essential soft skills critical in this role are; patience, empathy, adaptability, communication, fostering independence and collaboration.

Preferred qualifications:

• Two years of college or Associate's (or higher) degree or confirmation of passing the MTTC basic skills test or WorkKeys
• Experience with students with limited English language proficiency
• General understanding of special education and autism
• Experience working with students age 4-10
• Must complete fingerprinting required by Michigan State Licensing and the Michigan Department of Education (MDE)
• Proven team player who works well with other educators

Key responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff
• Assist students with limited English proficiency
• Implement strategies for special education students

Standard school hours for this role. This role works 7 hours per day school days only.

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays