Paraprofessional, Beekman Center (SCI Classroom)

Sylvania; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 23,860 - 31,739; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

District-paid dental and vision

Life insurance and long-term disability

Collaborative and supportive environment

Opportunities for personal and career growth

Job summary

A local educational institution in Lansing is seeking a Paraprofessional for the Beekman Center to assist in classroom routines for students with cognitive and physical impairments. Responsibilities include supporting students in activities, implementing behavioral strategies, and collaborating with teachers. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and preference is given to those with experience in relevant programs. The position offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years successful experience as a paraprofessional with youth impairments.
• Demonstrates continuous learning in instructional and behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in performing duties for students with cognitive/physical impairments.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies as directed by teachers.
• Facilitate students’ participation in activities including self-care and mobility.

Skills

Experience as a paraprofessional

Behavior intervention strategies

Instructional support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Come Join Our Team!

Position Title: Paraprofessional, Beekman Center (SCI Classroom)

Job ID: RR-163970

Salary Range/Level: $17.32 - $23.04 (2025-26 Hourly Pay Range, commensurate with experience)

Affiliation: 2025-2026 Union Affiliation: OPEIU

Work Location: Beekman Center - Lansing, MI

Schedule: 41 Weeks/year, 5 days/week 6.75 hours/day

Reports To: Jessica Rodgers

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

About The Role

Assists teachers in district classrooms for the cognitively impaired and/or physically impaired by performing a variety of duties designed to carry out individual student education programs and positive behavioral support.

• Assists in daily classroom routines and facilitates students’ participation in all activities including but not limited to: self-care, mobility, ambulation, defined health procedures, and swimming.
• Implements classroom and/or individual student behavior intervention strategies under the direction of classroom teachers.
• May operate various lifts, instructional or adaptive equipment and assistive technology devices.

About You

• High school graduate or GED recipient.
• Prefer 2 years successful experience as a paraprofessional in a program for youth with physical and/or cognitive impairments or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrates continuous learning as it relates to instructional, behavioral and therapeutic interventions for assigned students.

Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive environment
• Opportunities for personal and career growth
• Impactful work
• Competitive Compensation
• Health insurance plans, district-paid dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability.

We offer our employees top-tier benefits, including a choice of six health insurance plans, district-paid dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability. Visit our website for a comprehensive list of benefits.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

It is the policy of the Ingham Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender 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. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Organizational Development, 2630 West Howell Road, Mason, MI, 48854. [phone].