Paraprofessional

Applitrack; Lincoln Park (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Park Public Schools in Lincoln Park, Michigan, invites applications for paraprofessional positions funded by a grant. Successful candidates will work under the direction of a principal and classroom teacher to support students with special education needs in a highly structured setting.

Responsibilities include assisting students with lunch, snacks, toileting, and other activities; collaborating as part of a multidisciplinary team; and ensuring adherence to federal/state standards in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Must meet physical requirements.
• Must meet general qualifications of a paraprofessional.
• Must have experience working with special education students.
• Team-based approach to support physical and emotional needs of students with disabilities in a highly structured setting.
• Familiarity with evidence-based practices for students with ASD.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must meet Federal 'Highly Qualified' requirements and State standards (ETS Parapro assessment and/or Associate's Degree).
• Excellent attendance and punctuality required.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Principal and Teacher and as part of a team to satisfy the needs of the students.
• Assist students with lunch, snacks, toileting, and other school activities. Other such duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

ASD familiarity

Paraprofessional duties

Education

High School Diploma

Parapro Assessment or Associate's Degree

Job description

• Date Posted:
  6/18/2026
• Location:
  Lincoln Park Public Schools
• District:
  Lincoln Park Public Schools

LINCOLN PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
1650 Champaign
Lincoln Park, Michigan 48146
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
PARAPROFESSIONAL
2024- 2025School Year

POSITION

PARAPROFESSIONAL(S) – Grant Funded

• Multiple Positions Available

And any position that results from the filling of this position

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma
• Must meet physical requirements
• Must meet general qualifications of a paraprofessional
• Must have experience working with special education students
• Must function as part of a multi-disciplinary team in meeting physical and emotional needs of special education children in a highly structured setting.
• Familiarity with evidences based and best practices working with students with ASD
• Excellent communication skills
• Must fulfill "Highly Qualified" Federal requirements, and all State and Federal standards (passed ETS Parapro Assessment and /or Associate's Degree)
• Excellent attendance and punctuality necessary

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education and/or Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

DUTIES

• Work under the direction of the Principal and Teacher and as part of a team to satisfy the needs of the students
• Assist students with lunch, snacks, toileting, and other school activities. Other such duties as assigned

RESPONSIBLE TO: Executive Director of Special Education, Special Education Supervisor and Building Principal

WORK SCHEDULE: School Calendar - Regular Building Schedule

SALARY: According to AFSCME, Local 849 Master Agreement, Paraprofessional Salary Schedule

Jennifer Walker
Executive Director of Staff and Student Services
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.
The Executive Director of Staff and Student Services
1650 Champaign, Lincoln Park, MI 48146
313-389-0200 ext. 20305