Paraprofessional - 5.5 hours; Lake Ann Elementary

Benzie Central Schools; Benzonia (MI); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Benzie Central Schools in Lake Ann, Michigan, seeks a Paraprofessional for 5.5 hours daily starting immediately. The role supports teaching staff and students across classroom functions, with assignments in Lake Ann Elementary and district programs.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma and experience preferred; duties include assisting teachers, communicating with families, and contributing to student learning plans. Apply by submitting materials to the district; deadline is Until Filled.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; additional training/experience in education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff and students in all classroom functions.
• Support non-academic needs to remove barriers to academic success.
• Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings as needed.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents.
• Abide by and maintain compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
• Under direction of the classroom teacher, execute plans and strategies for individual student needs.
• Assist students in achieving success in regular or special education classes.
• Provide instructional assistance and other duties as needed.
• Participate in training offered by the district or TAISD.
• Safely and caringly perform student support duties assigned.
• Willingness to be trained in CPI-intervention.

Education

High School Diploma Required

Job description

Paraprofessional - 5.5 hours; Lake Ann Elementary

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Details

Job ID: 5957054

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

APPLICATION DEADLINE – Until Filled

Job Description

LOCATION: Lake Ann – 5.5 Hours

JOB FUNCTION: Assist teaching staff and students in all classroom functions

DISTRICT DESCRIPTION: Benzie Central Schools serves over 1,100 students K-12 and encompasses over 350 square miles in the beautiful terrain of Northwest Michigan. The Early Childhood program is housed
in Lake Ann Elementary, Homestead Hills Elementary, and Betsie Valley Elementary consisting of
programs serving 3 and 4-year old’s in partnership with GSRP and Head Start. There are six villages in
the district which is also convenient to the cities of Traverse City, Manistee, and Frankfort. Benzie
Central has 3 elementary schools serving grades K-5, a middle / high school serving grades 6-12, and an
alternate secondary setting serving grades 6-12.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain focus on the developmental needs of our students and utilize best practices grounded in research regarding how these students learn best.
• Assist teacher in execution of lesson plans designed to promote best practices.
• Support non-academic needs to remove barriers that may interfere with academic success
• Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings as needed
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents
• Abide by and maintain compliance with all district, state, and federal requirements
• Under the direction of the classroom teacher, execute plans and strategies specific to individual student needs
• Assist students in achieving success in regular or special education classes
• Provide instructional assistance and other duties as needed
• Participate in training; District or TBAISD provided
• Safely and caringly perform student support duties assigned
• Trained in, or willingness to be trained in CPI-intervention
• Assist student with disabilities to safely participate in all educational settings

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• The ability to prioritize student learning needs over obstacles and barriers that can stand in the way of necessary change
• The strong desire to achieve outstanding results
• The strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students
• The skill and willingness to leverage student support systems to ensure that the social, emotional, nutritional, and health needs of ALL students are addressed
• The capacity to respond to the individual academic and non-academic needs of students
• The ability to seek out knowledgeable peers, coaches, and administrators for support and ongoing learning

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma Required
• Additional training and/or experience in education preferred

APPLICATION DEADLINE – Until Filled

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Catina Crossman
• Benzie Central Schools
• Email: [e-mail]

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