Impactful Special Needs Teacher Assistant

Grand Haven Area Public Schools; Grand Haven Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Grand Haven Area Public Schools at Grand Haven High School is seeking a Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional. Pay is $17.19 per hour, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 7 hours per day. Position supports students with special needs and requires relevant education/experience.

Onboarding will be handled by WMJ, while GHAPS completes the recruiting process. This role fosters student growth through adherence to behavioral plans and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 60 college credits or an Associate degree, or pass competency test (MTTC/ParaPro).
• Experience working with special needs students preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and work with others.
• Ability to stay calm in stressful situations and implement behavioral plans.
• Initiative and creativity with students.

Skills

Special needs experience

Follow directions

Calm under stress

Behavioral plans

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 credits or Associate degree or valid test

Job description

Grand Haven Area Public Schools at Grand Haven High School is seeking a Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional. Pay is $17.19 per hour, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 7 hours per day. Position supports students with special needs and requires relevant education/experience.

Onboarding will be handled by WMJ, while GHAPS completes the recruiting process. This role fosters student growth through adherence to behavioral plans and collaborative teamwork.