Later Elementary-Instructional Assistant Paraprofessional

Paw Paw Public Schools; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 18,343 - 26,125; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Michigan is seeking an Instructional Assistant Paraprofessional to provide support to special education students. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or Associates Degree, with certifications in CPI and CPR preferred. Responsibilities include reinforcing reading and math instruction and performing additional duties as assigned. The position is full-time and hourly, with a starting pay of $16.14 per hour, based on experience. Applications are encouraged as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or an Associate Degree.
• CPI and CPR/First Aid certifications preferred.
• Completed ETS Parapro Assessment with passing score.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individual/small groups of special education students.
• Reinforce reading and math instruction under teacher’s direction.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Support for special education students

Reinforcing reading and math instruction

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

CPI Certification (preferred)

CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)

Job description

Instructional Assistant Paraprofessional JobID: 3671

• Position Type: Student Support Services
• Date Posted: 12/15/2025

Job Posting Dates:

December 15, 2025 - Until Filled

Title:

Instructional Assistant Paraprofessional

Location:

Later Elementary (Grades 3-5)

Reports to:

Later Elementary Principal

Job Type:

Full-time/ Hourly/Non-Exempt

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Associate Degree or
  • Completed ETS Parapro Assessment with a passing score of 460 or higher or
  • Completed WorkKeys Assessment with a passing score or
  • Completed Michigan Tests for Teacher Certification (MTTC) with a passing grade in relevant subject area(s)
• CPI Certification (preferred)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)

Job Description:

• Provides support to individual/small groups of special education students, reinforcing reading and math instruction and interventions under the direction of a certified teacher
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Salary/Benefits:

• Starting at $16.14 per hour commensurate with experience and benefits per the PPESPA Agreement

Days/Hours:

School Calendar: 8:20 a.m. – 4:05 p.m. (includes a 30‑minute unpaid break)

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible

How to Apply:

APPLY HERE

It is the policy of the Paw Paw Public School District that no discriminatory practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other status covered by federal, state, or local law be allowed during any program, activity, service, or in employment. Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to the Director of Business Operations or Director of Curriculum/Instruction and State/Federal Programs, 119 Johnson Rd., Paw Paw, MI 49079, 1-269-415-5200.