Paraprofessional - 6.5 hours; Secondary

Benzie Central Schools; Benzonia (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Benzie Central Schools in Benzonia, Michigan seeks a Paraprofessional for 6.5 hours to support instructional needs for secondary students. Under teacher supervision, you will assist with lesson execution and help remove barriers to learning, supporting both academic and non-academic student needs.

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma and may have prior education experience. CPI-intervention training is preferred and district training is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Experience in education preferred
• Ability to prioritize student needs and support learning

Responsibilities

• Under the 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 trainings provided by the district or TBAISD
• Safely perform student support duties and respond to student needs

Job description

Paraprofessional - 6.5 hours; Secondary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5940868
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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.

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.

Benzie County Central Schools

9300 Homestead Road • Benzonia, MI 49616 • Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]

• 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

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

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

Interested applicants should submit an application online and attach materials including a resume and cover letter at https://northwested.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

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]