Later Elementary Instructional Paraprofessional

Sylvania; Paw Paw Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is hiring a paraprofessional to support reading and math for individual students and small groups. You will assist teachers with in-class instruction during standard school hours and help maintain a positive learning environment.

Starting pay is $16.46/hour, with benefits per the PPESPA Agreement for the 2026-27 school year. Workdays run 8:20 a.m. to 4:05 p.m. through December 18, 2026, with potential for continued employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Passing MTTC, Parapro, and/or WorkKeys assessments required or completed.
• CPI certification and CPR/First Aid training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with individual or small groups to support reading and math instruction.
• Assist teachers with small group instruction in the classroom.
• Maintain student engagement and monitor progress during instruction.

Skills

Small group instruction

Reading and math support

Work with students

Collaborative with teachers

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

MTTC passing

WorkKeys passing

Parapro Assessment passing 460+

Michigan Tests for Teacher Certification passing

CPI Certification

CPR/First Aid Training

Job description

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Ability to work with a small group of students
• 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 Training (Preferred)

Job Description:

• Working with individual/small groups of students supporting them with reading and math instruction
• Supporting teachers with small group instruction in the classroom
• Salary/Benefits: Starting at $16.46/hourly; commensurate with experience and benefits per the PPESPA Agreement for the 2026-27 school year.
• Days/Hours: School Days/ 8:20 a.m. – 4:05 p.m. (30 Minute Unpaid Lunch) - This position will run through December 18, 2026 with the possibility for continued employment
• Start Date: As Soon As Possible