Lunch Paraprofessional HS/MS

Athens Area Schools; Athens Township (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens Area Schools seeks a HS/MS Lunch Paraprofessional at the High School location. Reports to the Building Principal. Starting date is October 2026. Hours are approximately 10:00 A.M.

– 2:00 P.M. on full school days, with pay per the Athens Educational Support Personnel Association Master Agreement. Responsibilities include active supervision of students during lunch, promoting positive behavior, guiding groups safely between areas, reporting accidents promptly, and maintaining professional

Qualifications

• Strong desire to work with middle school and high school aged students.
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide active supervision of students at lunch.
• Support positive student behavior using appropriate and approved intervention techniques.
• Direct movements of student groups to and from the cafeteria, gym, and classrooms in a safe and orderly manner.
• Report accidents to the office in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate in a positive manner with students and other staff members.
• Willingness and ability to work as a cooperative team member.
• Willingness to respect school confidentiality policies regarding students and their families.
• Adhere to all district and board of education policies and procedures.

Skills

Student engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

October 13, 2026

Position: HS/MS Lunch Paraprofessional

Location: High School

Reports To: Building Principal

Pay: Per Athens Educational Support Personnel Association Master Agreement

Starting Date: October 2026

Hours: Approximately 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. on full days of school

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong desire to work with middle school and high school aged students
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide active supervision of students at lunch.
• Support positive student behavior using appropriate and approved intervention techniques.
• Direct movements of student groups to and from the cafeteria, gym, and classrooms in a safe and orderly manner.
• Report accidents to the office in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate in a positive manner with students and other staff members.
• Willingness and ability to work as a cooperative team member.
• Willingness to respect school confidentiality policies regarding students and their families.
• Adhere to all district and board of education policies and procedures.

Deadline

Until Filled