LRE 1-1 Paraprofessionals (2)

Kenowa Hills Public Schools; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenowa Hills Public Schools seeks two LRE Paraprofessionals 1:1 for Zinser and Alpine Elementary schools. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 6.67 hours per day, located at Zinser and Alpine.

Compensation follows the KHSSA Collective Bargaining Agreement, Instructional.

Qualifications

• Must have CPI Training or district can provide it.
• Experience working with Pre-K–12 students preferred.
• Ability to communicate with students, parents and staff in a positive manner.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction to assist student learning.
• Supervise students during recess and transitions.
• Establish daily routines for the student and adapt as needed.
• Collaborate with instructional team to support learning goals.
• Process classroom paperwork and collect data when necessary.
• Maintain strong attendance and professionalism at all times.

Skills

CPI Training

Student support

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree

60 college credits

Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Position: LREParaprofessionals 1:1 (2 needed)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6.67 hours per day
Location: Kenowa Hills Zinser Elementary & Alpine Elementary
Rate of Pay: PerKHSSA Collective Bargaining Agreement, Instructional

QUALIFICATIONS & DUTIES:

• Must meet qualifications for paraprofessionals. This requires one of the following: Proof of an Associate’s Degree, 60 passing college credit hours, or a passing score on the Paraprofessional assessment. Do not apply if you do not have one orthese.
• Must have CPI Training (District can provide if necessary)
• Experience working with Pre‑K-12 students is preferred.
• Ability to use age-appropriate tones and language with students, including those with special needs.
• Establish and maintain a daily routine suitable for the student’s needs, adjusting as needed.
• Ability to function effectively and collaborate regularly as a member of an instructional team.
• Excellent work attendance is required.
• Requires minimal supervision.
• Support classroom instruction to ensure student learning if needed.
• Ability to process paperwork and collect data if needed.
• Ability to supervise students during recess periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with parents, students and staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Though it is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements of a Paraprofessional position, the general content of and requirements for the performance of a Paraprofessional are noted below:

• Must be able to bend, squat, and sit on the floor in working with students.
• May require supporting students with significant behavioral needs
• May include supporting students with severe physical aggression.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work in an environment where the noise level is generally moderate, but can be high at times and temperatures are varied.
• Must be able to maintain composure and appropriate responses when students display verbal or behavioral dysregulation, including the use of profanity.

Note to New Employees: Pursuant to PA 131, the selected candidate must receive clearance from the Michigan State Police Department prior to employment. The candidate is responsible for the fingerprinting background check fee.

It is the policy of the Board that no staff member or candidate for a position in this District on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed or ancestry, age, gender, marital status, height, weight, political belief or disability which does not impair an individual's ability to perform adequately in the individual's particular position or activity, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to, discrimination in any program or activity for which the Board is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.

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