Paraprofessional: Sign-On Bonus + Student Impact

Kalamazoo RESA; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $1,000

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) seeks a Paraprofessional at Portage Lake Center Elementary in Portage, MI. This 10-month calendar position offers an hourly rate between $17.93 and $21.98 and includes a signing bonus up to $1,000.

Core duties include supporting classroom instruction, data collection, behavior support, and PBIS implementation. Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; placement on the paraprofessional pay scale is based on service

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to interact with students and staff professionally.
• Commitment to KRESA core values and PBIS practices.

Responsibilities

• Align services with KRESA Core Values and Culture & Belonging to engage all students.
• Assist with classroom instruction and support teacher plans.
• Monitor student progress and collect data on interventions and behaviors.
• Lead and manage student classroom activities outside of direct instruction.
• Provide feedback and monitor classroom during student activities.
• Maintain classroom order, conduct, and daily schedules.
• Assist with problem solving and support student adjustment and academic needs.
• Keep attendance and records as required; participate in team meetings.
• Perform routine classroom maintenance and safety practices.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) seeks a Paraprofessional at Portage Lake Center Elementary in Portage, MI. This 10-month calendar position offers an hourly rate between $17.93 and $21.98 and includes a signing bonus up to $1,000.

Core duties include supporting classroom instruction, data collection, behavior support, and PBIS implementation. Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; placement on the paraprofessional pay scale is based on service