General Education Paraprofessional – Kindergarten

MEMSPA; Richmond (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Richmond Community Schools is seeking a General Education Paraprofessional to assist Kindergarten classrooms under teacher supervision. The role involves daily instructional support, student management and collaboration with the building team.

The position runs part-time with specific hours and involves lifting up to 40 lbs, behavior support, and data collection to aid student progress. Strong communication and documentation skills are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; transcripts may be requested.
• Ability to implement instructional strategies under teacher guidance.
• Strong behavior management skills and patience in handling students.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions and write concise notes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional activities and student management.
• Support loading/unloading of students on buses when needed.
• Supervise students during non-classroom activities, recess and lunch.
• Follow and implement classroom procedures and behavior plans.
• Maintain forms and records as required.

Skills

Student support

Behavior management

Classroom assistance

Communication

Data collection

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Deadline: November 28, 2026
District/Organization: Richmond Community Schools
Position/Type: Other, part time
Salary: Pursuant to REA Contract

The purpose of theGeneral Education Paraprofessional is to serve as instructional aides in Kindergarten classrooms under the supervision of the teachers and principal. This position will directly assist the teacher in with daily instructional activities, non-instructional activities and student management.

REPORTS TO

Building Administrator

Pay:

Pursuant to PARA Contract

WORK LOCATION:

Will L. Lee Elementary School

Hours:

9:50am-1:50pm Full School Day // 8:50am–12:50pm on Early Release Days

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

• Implements/follows teacher’s instruction of classroom procedures, reinforcement, philosophy and consistency
• Assist classroom teacher with supporting student educational needs
• Assist with loading and unloading of students on the buses, if needed
• Regularly lifts 40 lb. individually
• Assist with behavior management programs and techniques
• Manage required forms and records
• Assist students with breaks and implementation of behavior charts
• Assist students in de-escalating challenging situations using calm, respectful, and consistent approaches.
• Recognize potential behavioral concerns and use proactive strategies to help prevent escalation.
• Supervises students when involved in non-classroom activities, recess, lunch etc.
• Demonstrates an understanding of students’ problems
• Implement prescribed behavioral management programs
• And other duties assigned to support the educational needs and plan for students

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises students when the teacher is not present.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate, must provide High School Transcripts
• Must be able to implement strategies for student independence.
• Must be able to follow data collection information to support functional behavioral assessment.
• Must have exceptional knowledge and skills in working with student behavior management.
• Must have demonstrable skills and prior experience in following a health care plan, if needed.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze and comprehend instructions, professional journals and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of educators, students and the general public.
• Ability to express self clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret information.
• Ability to write clear, concise, objective notes regarding activities during the instructional day to third parties (families, outside agencies, others)

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to apply the concepts of basic math, algebra and geometry consistent with the duties of this position.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Exhibit high level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information, use good judgment, plan and handle complex projects and maintain a flexible attitude.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to use positive behavior support intervention techniques autonomously.
• Ability to make reasonable student focused decisions autonomously.
• Ability to implement various student plans simultaneously and report factually to the teacher.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Ability to build rapport with others and to serve diverse publics.
• Ability to take the initiative, work well with others as a collaborative team member and exhibit good communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to integrate technology into the everyday work flow if necessary.
• Ability to utilize District technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the District.
• Ability to use a personal computer (PC) or MAC in a networked environment to utilize the Internet and other electronic communication mechanisms.
• Knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software) is required.
• Ability to follow data collection information to support functional behavioral assessment.
• Ability to accurately use district-wide electronic reporting systems for attendance, Medicaid logging, lunch count, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work out-put of students. The employee is exposed to infections at a greater risk than the average person. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

Non-Discrimination Statement

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, and Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the Richmond Community School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion ,military status, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, age (except as authorized by law,) height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment. Should you need to contact someone about discrimination of any kind in the school district, contact the Superintendent at 35276 Division, Richmond, MI 48062.