Empowering Para-Educator for Students with Disabilities

Genesee Intermediate School District; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision coverage

Retirement benefits (MPSERS)

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Longevity pay

Job summary

Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) is seeking a Para-Educator to support students with disabilities in classrooms and related settings under the guidance of certified staff. You will assist with instructional, behavioral, and health-related activities to help students achieve IEP or IFSP goals.

You will work across general and special education and community-based experiences, contributing to an inclusive culture and providing essential support to teachers and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework in child development, education, psychology, or special education preferred.
• Experience working with children/adults with special needs preferred.
• Must meet Michigan DHS Child Abuse and Neglect Registry clearance.
• Physical ability to lift/move students and perform essential duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional, behavioral, and health-related activities to help students achieve IEP/IFSP goals.
• Support students in classrooms, community-based experiences, or one-on-one settings under guidance of certified staff.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Physical ability to lift/move students

Clearance (DHS/Child Abuse Registry)

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in child development/education/psychology/special education

Job description

Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) is seeking a Para-Educator to support students with disabilities in classrooms and related settings under the guidance of certified staff. You will assist with instructional, behavioral, and health-related activities to help students achieve IEP or IFSP goals.

You will work across general and special education and community-based experiences, contributing to an inclusive culture and providing essential support to teachers and families.