Paraprofessional, North Star School

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Dental and vision coverage

Disability insurance

Job summary

Ingham ISD is seeking a Paraprofessional to support classroom instruction for students with emotional impairment and autism. You will assist teachers, provide targeted practice, and help implement behavior support programs under supervision.

This role requires a high school diploma, relevant experience preferred, and a commitment to ongoing learning. Location: Mason, MI; hours approx 6.75 per day, 37 weeks per year. Compensation aligns with district pay scales.

Qualifications

• Requires 2 years of paraprofessional experience preferred, especially with autistic/impaired youth.
• Demonstrates ability to implement classroom behavior support programs.
• Ability to work under supervision to support individualized student goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering group or individual instruction.
• Support behavior intervention programs and data collection under teacher direction.
• Supervise and monitor students in non-structured settings (arrival, lunch, recess).

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Student support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title: Paraprofessional, North Star School

Job ID: RR-211249

Salary Range/Level:

$17.84-$24.44

(commensurate with experience)

Affiliation:

2026-2027 Affiliation: OPEIU III

Work Location:

North Star School – Mason, MI

Schedule:

37 Weeks / 5 Days / 6.75 Hours

Reports To:

Jen Hampton

[e-mail]

Application Deadline:

November 8, 2026

About The Role

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

• Provides group or individualized academic instruction, remediation or guided practice using instructional objectives and lessons developed by the teacher.
• Implements program-wide and individual student behavior intervention programs, including monitoring behavior data collection, preparing incident reports, physical intervention and reward system under the direction of classroom teachers.
• Supervises and monitors students within non-structured settings (i.e. arrival, departure, lunch and recess).

About You

• High school graduate or GED recipient.
• Prefer 2 years successful experience as a paraprofessional in a program for youth with autism, emotional and/or behavior disorders 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 high-quality educational supports for school districts, children, and families, with a strong focus on student achievement, leadership, and collaboration. We seek team members who are passionate about our mission, embrace innovation, and help foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We encourage individuals committed to education who bring a variety of perspectives and experiences that will enhance our team and the communities we serve to apply.

Why Join Ingham ISD

• 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 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 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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