Inclusion Paraprofessional: Student Support & Behavior Coach

Grandville Public School District; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Grandville Public Schools is seeking an Inclusion Paraprofessional to support the classroom teacher and students at Central Elementary during the 2025-2026 school year. The part-time role covers 2.75 hours daily on student days, with duties focused on reinforcing material, following lesson plans, and fostering a positive, well-behaved learning environment.

The paraprofessional will work closely with teachers and staff, maintain confidentiality, and participate in inservice activities.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or an Associate’s degree.
• MTTC basic skills test or WorkKeys required.

Responsibilities

• Works independently with the student individually or in small groups to reinforce material initially introduced by the classroom teacher.
• Instructs students in basic subject matter specified in teacher provided written lesson plans.
• Develops a relationship with students that is sensitive, supportive, motivating and professional.
• Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior.
• Develops and maintains positive collaborative relationships with school personnel.
• Assists in the preparation and administration of appropriate instructional and evaluation materials.
• Maintains high level of ethical behavior, including confidentiality of information about students.
• Participates and becomes involved in building activities, inservice programs, and other activities as assigned by the teacher, principal.
• Exhibits positive personal characteristics.
• Provides appropriate discipline in keeping with the discipline policy/procedure established by the classroom teacher.
• Initiates and implements the teacher’s daily lesson plan for the student with minimal direction.
• Communicates effectively in written and verbal interactions with students.
• Is flexible with student learning and behavior difficulties, and any changes in student schedules.
• Presents learning activities in a fun and enthusiastic manner.
• Keeps in perspective that the teacher is responsible for developing the instructional plans for the classroom and all communications with parents and other staff about student performance, academically and behaviorally unless otherwise directed.
• Is dependable and on time in regard to daily schedule and routine.
• Completes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by classroom teacher.

Skills

Independent working

Student support

Behavior management

Communication

Classroom support

Education

Two years of college or Associate’s degree

MTTC basic skills test

WorkKeys

Job description

Grandville Public Schools is seeking an Inclusion Paraprofessional to support the classroom teacher and students at Central Elementary during the 2025-2026 school year. The part-time role covers 2.75 hours daily on student days, with duties focused on reinforcing material, following lesson plans, and fostering a positive, well-behaved learning environment.

The paraprofessional will work closely with teachers and staff, maintain confidentiality, and participate in inservice activities.