LES Student Support Paraprofessional *INTERNAL ONLY

Sylvania; Odessa Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LESPA Master Agreement benefits

Job summary

Lakewood Schools is seeking a Student Support Paraprofessional Class 3 (Special Education) to assist students and staff in instructional activities and skill development at Lakewood Elementary School.

The position requires supporting students with disabilities academically and behaviorally, maintaining records, and working closely with teachers and the support team. Work hours align with school day, and eligibility is governed by LESPA Master Agreement.

Qualifications

• Must meet paraprofessional qualifications: either 60 semester hours, an associate degree, or pass an approved state assessment.
• Demonstrated motivation to work with students with disabilities and/or behaviors.
• Ability to follow directions from certified staff and implement student plans.

Responsibilities

• Work with classroom teacher per lesson plans and routines from the teacher, support team, and/or principal.
• Assist students in academics and/or behavior plans.
• Maintain records as directed by administration.
• Supervise students during lunch and recess at elementary levels.
• Provide supervision for meals, self-care, and rest room times per the student’s plan.
• Communicate professionally with students and staff.
• Develop positive relationships with students and staff.
• Attend required professional development days.

Skills

Paraprofessional quals

Motivation to work with disabilities

Follow directions

Calm demeanor under pressure

Excellent attendance

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

60 semester hours

Associate degree

State academic assessment

Job description

POSTED: September 25, 2026

DEADLINE: October 9, 2026

Description: A Student Support Paraprofessional Class 3 (Special Education) directly assists student and staff with instructional activities, skill acquisition, and the student support as needed in and out of the classroom. This position directly supports students with special needs academically and/or behaviorally.

Duties:

• Work with the classroom teacher according to lesson plans and routines set up by the teacher, student support team, and/or building principal
• Assist student(s) in academic areas and/or behavior plans
• Maintain records as indicated by the administrator
• Supervise student(s) during lunch and recess periods (at elementary levels)
• Provide appropriate supervision and assistance for student(s) with meal, self care, and/or bathroom times as needed per the student’s educational plan
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students and staff.
• Develop and maintain positive and appropriate relationships with students and staff.
• Attend professional development days as required

Qualifications:

• Must meet qualifications for paraprofessionals. This requires one of the following:
  • Complete at least two years of study at an accredited institution or higher education(equal to 60 semester hours) OR
  • Obtain as associate degree (or higher) from an accredited institution OR
  • Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment. See specific requirements below*
• Must have motivation to work with students with disabilities and/or behaviors
• Ability to learn disability related information presented and to follow the direction(s) of the student’s support team
• Ability to take direction and feedback from certified staff to implement student plans.
• Ability to handle complex and stressful situations and issues with sound judgment, common sense, and in a calm manner
• Require minimal supervision
• Ability to function effectively and collaborate regularly as a member of an instructional team
• An EXCELLENT work attendance record and work habits are required.
• Ability to use age appropriate tones and language with students including those with special needs
• Must be able to treat all student information as confidential

Location: Lakewood Elementary School

Salary/Benefits: Per Lakewood Education Support Personnel Association (LESPA) Master Agreement

Hours: 6.5 hours/day Monday - Friday when students are in session with a 30 minute unpaid lunch 8:45 AM – 3:45 PM

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

Lakewood Schools is committed to an environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. Lakewood Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital/family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category.