Paraprofessional, Heartwood School

Ingham Intermediate School District; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Ingham Intermediate School District is seeking a Paraprofessional for Heartwood School in Mason, MI. You will assist teachers in classrooms for cognitively or physically impaired students, supporting daily routines and student participation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and may require 2 years of paraprofessional experience. Benefits include health plans and long-term disability, with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prefer 2 years paraprofessional experience in programs for youth with impairments.
• Demonstrates ongoing learning in instructional and behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assists in daily routines and supports participation in activities (self-care, mobility, ambulation, health procedures, swimming).
• Implements behavior interventions under the direction of teachers.
• May operate lifts and adaptive equipment and assistive technology devices.

Skills

Behavioral support

Mobility assistance

Swimming support

Assistive technology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lifts & adaptive equipment

Job description

Position Title

Paraprofessional, Heartwood School

Job ID

RR-201258

Salary Range/Level

$17.84 - $24.44

2026-2027 Hourly Rate (commensurate with experience)

Affiliation

2026-2027 Union Affiliation: OPEIU III

Work Location

Heartwood School - Mason, MI

Schedule

41 Weeks / 5 Days / 6.75 Hours

Reports To

Alexis Adams

[e-mail]

Application Deadline

Posted Until Filled

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.

About Us

Ingham ISD is dedicated to providing diverse educational supports for school districts, children, and families, emphasizing student achievement, leadership, and collaboration. We seek team members committed to our mission, fostering innovation, and embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply, contributing to a culture that enriches ideas and perspectives for the benefit of those we serve.

• Collaborative and supportive environment
• Opportunities for personal and career growth
• Impactful work
• Competitive Compensation

We offer our employees top-tier benefits, including a choice of five 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 andgender 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].

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