LMS Class 2 Paraprofessional *INTERNAL ONLY*

Sylvania; Lake Odessa (MI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LESPA Master Agreement

Job summary

Lakewood Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional Class 2 Highly Qualified to directly assist students and staff with instructional activities, skill acquisition, and student support in and out of the classroom. The role supports teachers by following lesson plans and providing targeted help to students.

Requirements include completing at least two years of college or an associate degree or passing a state assessment.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or an associate degree or passing a state assessment.
• Ability to work with students individually or in small groups.
• Minimal supervision and reliable attendance.
• Ability to communicate professionally with students and staff.
• Must be able to handle confidential student information.

Responsibilities

• Work with classroom teachers according to lesson plans and routines set by the teacher/principal.
• Assist students individually or in small groups in academic areas.
• Help academically assess students as needed.
• Maintain records as directed by administration.
• Support teacher with instructional materials as needed.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Develop positive relationships with students and staff.
• Attend professional development days as required.

Skills

Work with students

Team collaboration

Excellent attendance

Confidentiality

Education

Two years of college (60 semester hours)

Associate degree

State academic assessment

Job description

Position:

Paraprofessional - Class 2 Highly Qualified

Description:

A Paraprofessional Class 2 ( * Highly Qualified) directly assists students and staff with instructional activities, skill acquisition, and the student support as needed in and out of the classroom.

Duties:

• Work with the classroom teachers according to lesson plans and routines set up by the teacher and/or building principal
• Work with students on an individual basis or in small groups in academic areas.
• Help academically assess students as needed
• Maintain records as indicated by the administrator.
• Support classroom teacher with instructional materials as needed
• 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 be able to work individually and in small groups with challenging students
• 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

Salary/Benefits:

Per Lakewood Education Support Personnel Association (LESPA) Master Agreement

Hours:

6.5 hours/day 8:37-3:25 Monday - Friday when students are in session with a 30 minute unpaid lunch

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Lakewood Public Schools is committed to an environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. Lakewood Public 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.