Floating Paraprofessional - $17.34 - $21.15/hr

BRANCH ISD; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

BRANCH ISD is seeking a floating paraprofessional to support students in the Waldron Learning Center and various classrooms within the special education department. You will assist the assigned teacher and adapt to each student’s level of disability while keeping a professional demeanor.

Ideal candidates will have a strong desire to work with students with disabilities, with prior experience preferred. A high school diploma or GED is required, and a background check plus a Michigan driver’s

Qualifications

• Desire to work with students with disabilities.
• Previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accountable to the assigned teacher and will support students in the classroom based on their level of disability.
• Maintain confidentiality and be willing to engage in professional development if requested by the supervisor.
• Exhibit a pleasant and professional demeanor, positive attitude, and outgoing personality.

Skills

Desire to work with students with disa

Previous experience preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Branch ISD Special Education Department serves students pre-K to age 26 with mild to severe impairments and works closely with the local schools in Branch County to provide instructional services, hearing and vision services, physical and occupational therapy, speech, psychological, and nursing services. The special education department is devoted to the success of every student. This is an exciting opportunity to become a team member who is committed to the vision of educating all learners while fostering positive attitudes and work habits. This position is for someone that respects diversity. If you are highly motivated and have a passion to work with students with disabilities, this position is for you.

Job Summary

The employee fulfilling this job is accountable to the assigned teacher and will support students in their classroom based on their level of disability. The employee will be held to high standards of accuracy, attention to detail, and timely completion of work. Expectations include a pleasant and professional demeanor, a positive attitude, and an outgoing personality. The employee must also maintain confidentiality and be willing to engage in professional development if requested by the supervisor.

This position is a floating paraprofessional position and will work in the Waldron Learning Center for special education teachers where needed.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate must have a desire to work with students with mild to severe impairments. Previous experience is preferred.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Requirements

All applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory background check and hold a Michigan valid driver's license

Hourly Rate

$16.67 - $20.34/hr comensurate with experience