Empowering Special Education Para — Part-Time Aide (28.3h/wk)

Cedar View Elementary; Cedar Springs (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Cedar Springs Public Schools Cedar View Elementary in Cedar Springs, MI, is seeking a Special Education Program Assistant for 28.33 hours weekly. The role supports instructional programs, supervises students with special needs, and assists with implementing plans under the Building Principal and special education team.

The incumbent works Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–3:05 PM, with an immediate start for the 2026-2027 school year and a focus on safety and student welfare.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with 60 semester credit hours or an associate degree.
• Alternative: state-approved basic skills assessment passing score.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain CPR certification.
• Willingness to complete CPI training.
• Evidence of skills with behavior management and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising and instructing students with special needs.
• Help implement individualized instructional plans.
• Monitor and report student behavior to school staff.

Skills

CPR Certification

CPI Training

Behavior Management

Dependability

Student Supervision

Education

High School Graduate

60 Semester Credit Hours

Associate’s Degree or Higher

Passing Score on MTTC/Parapro/Workkeys

Job description

Cedar Springs Public Schools Cedar View Elementary in Cedar Springs, MI, is seeking a Special Education Program Assistant for 28.33 hours weekly. The role supports instructional programs, supervises students with special needs, and assists with implementing plans under the Building Principal and special education team.

The incumbent works Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–3:05 PM, with an immediate start for the 2026-2027 school year and a focus on safety and student welfare.