In-Class Instructional Aide & Student Support

Kentwood Public Schools; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Kentwood Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional - Instructional in Grand Rapids, MI. The role supports instructional goals with students, assists when needed, and participates in non-instructional tasks as assigned.

The paraprofessional works under supervision to reinforce reading, math, and computer instruction, and ensures a safe, organized classroom environment. Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, preparing materials, and helping with parent communication.

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an institution of higher learning (equal to 60 credits) OR Obtain an associate's degree (or higher) OR Pass an approved formal state academic assessment.
• Prior experience working with students with diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction and other skills.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist in administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Prepare instructional materials and reinforce skills per individual student needs.
• Document student learning and performance.
• Support classroom behavioral management to keep students on task.
• Supervise non-instructional areas (lunch programs, bus duty, playground, etc.).
• Accompany students on field trips for supervision.
• Assist with parent contact to foster involvement.
• Support students with special needs to maximize inclusion and learning.
• Participate in IEP process and serve as resource for evaluation team.
• Assist students with daily living activities as needed.
• Follow safety rules and maintain a safe classroom environment.
• Maintain regular, reliable, punctual attendance.

Skills

Instruction support

Reading support

Group instruction

Confidentiality

Verbal communication

Diversity awareness

Arithmetic basics

Education

Two years of college credits

Associate's degree

State academic assessment option

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Kentwood Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional - Instructional in Grand Rapids, MI. The role supports instructional goals with students, assists when needed, and participates in non-instructional tasks as assigned.

The paraprofessional works under supervision to reinforce reading, math, and computer instruction, and ensures a safe, organized classroom environment. Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, preparing materials, and helping with parent communication.