Paraprofessional 1

Sylvania; Portland, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Class 1 at Westwood Elementary for the 2026/2027 school year. The role focuses on supporting elementary students academically, socially, and emotionally in a positive, collaborative learning environment.

Responsibilities include assisting students with instructional and non-instructional needs, supporting classroom technology, and providing positive supervision in all school settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required and ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Knowledge of classroom technology and learning activities is preferred.
• Willingness to learn behavior management strategies and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with instructional and non-instructional needs as assigned by the classroom teacher.
• Support students with technology and classroom learning activities.
• Provide positive supervision of students in classroom, playground, lunchroom, and other school settings.

Skills

Assist students

Technology support

Communication skills

Behavior management

Calm under pressure

Confidentiality

Supervision of students

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Portland Public Schools: Paraprofessional Class 1

Portland Public Schools is accepting applications for a Paraprofessional Class 1 position at Westwood Elementary beginning with the 2026/2027 school year.

We are seeking a caring, patient, and student-centered individual who is passionate about supporting elementary students academically, socially, and emotionally in a positive and collaborative learning environment.

The desired candidate would possess the following attributes:

• Ability to assist students with instructional and non-instructional needs as assigned by the classroom teacher
• Ability to support students with technology and classroom learning activities
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, behavior management strategies
• Ability to remain calm and use sound judgment in complex or stressful situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student information and records
• Compassion, flexibility, professionalism, and a positive sense of humor
• Ability to provide positive supervision of students in the classroom, playground, lunchroom, and other school settings
• Commitment to building positive relationships with students, staff, and families
• Willingness to contribute to a safe, supportive, and collaborative school culture

Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications

• A High School Diploma
• Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, and district colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to sustain and improve student achievement outcomes
• Willingness to contribute to a safe school climate of high expectations and strong collaboration, high staff and student morale, and positive community involvement

Position Details

• Title: Paraprofessional Class 1
• Reports to: Elementary Principal
• Calendar: As per District Calendar
• Compensation: In accordance with PESPA contract: plus retirement and paid time off

Application Process

Applicants for the position should apply online at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/portlandk12 by July 29, 2026

Questions about the position or the district can be sent to Chris Kenroy, Westwood Elementary Principal

No person applying for employment at Portland Public Schools shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer.