Later Elementary Medical/Behavioral Paraprofessional - Student Resource

Paw Paw Public Schools; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 19,968 - 28,440; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Paw Paw, Michigan, is seeking a Medical/Behavioral Paraprofessional to support students in the Student Resource Center. This full-time position involves supervising students during behavioral interventions, implementing behavior plans, and ensuring a safe environment during lunch and recess. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or Associate Degree and complete the ETS Parapro Assessment with passing scores. Starting pay is $17.57/hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or an Associate Degree is required.
• Completion of ETS Parapro Assessment with a score of 460 or higher is mandatory.
• CPI Certification and CPR/First Aid Certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support students for behavioral or academic intervention.
• Reinforce school-wide behavior expectations.
• Implement behavior plans under the direction of school administration.
• Support safe environments during lunch and recess.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about student behaviors.

Skills

Experience working with elementary-aged students

CPI Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification

Completed ETS Parapro Assessment

Education

High School Diploma or Associate Degree

Job description

Medical/Behavioral Paraprofessional - Student Resource JobID: 3740

• Position Type: Student Support Services
• Date Posted: 3/6/2026

Job Posting Dates: March 6, 2026, until filled

Location: Later Elementary (Grades 3-5)

Reports to: Later Elementary Principal

Job Type: Full-Time / Hourly / Non-Exempt

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associate Degree
• Completed ETS Parapro Assessment with a passing score of 460 or higher
• CPI Certification (preferred)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Experience working with elementary-aged students (preferred)

Job Description

• Supervise and support students assigned to the Student Resource Center for behavioral or academic intervention.
• Reinforce school-wide behavior expectations and restorative practices.
• Implement behavior plans under the direction of school administration or student support teams.
• Support safe and orderly lunch and recess environments through active monitoring.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding student behavior incidents, interventions, and progress as assigned.
• Accurately document student behavior, interventions, and parent contact in the school's student information system.

Other Duties as assigned by the school administrator.

Salary/Benefits

Starting at $17.57/hour; per the PPESPA Agreement under the paraprofessional classification

Days/Hours

School Days/ 8:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (includes a 30-minute unpaid break)

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: 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 Finance or Director of Curriculum/Instruction and State/Federal Programs, 119 Johnson Rd., Paw Paw, MI 49079, 1-269-415-5200.