Paraprofessional (Special Education)

RCM Healthcare Services; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Company-paid life/AD&D

Long-term disability

Job summary

RCM Healthcare Services is seeking a Center-Based Special Education Paraprofessional in Auburn Hills, MI. The role assists certified teachers by providing intensive academic and behavioral support to students with disabilities in a school setting.

This position emphasizes following IEPs, de-escalation of crises, and promoting student independence, with 35 hours per week during the school year in an onsite environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or ParaPro Assessment with Michigan passing score or higher.
• Experience working with students with disabilities is required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos; basic math and grammar skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to students as directed by the special education teacher.
• Assist with student orientation and daily living/health needs as required.
• Support in medication administration after training and under supervision.
• Maintain communication with teachers and protect student confidentiality.
• Assist with classroom operations and materials preparation; supervise computer use.
• Participate in staff development and provide support during standardized testing.

Skills

Read instructions

Verbal & math skills

Written communication

Team player

Education

Associate’s degree or ParaPro

Job description

Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Paraprofessional (Special Education)

Compensation Range: $21-26/hour

Location: Auburn Hills, MI; Onsite – School Setting

Position Summary

A Center-Based Special Education Paraprofessional assists certified teachers in providing intensive academic, behavioral, and personal care support to students with disabilities in a dedicated or specialized classroom. They play a critical role in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), de-escalating crises, and promoting student independence. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities - join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: School Day Schedule
• Hours per week: 35hours per week
• Contract length: School Year

Key Duties

• Provides general education classroom-based academic support (reinforcement) to eligible special education students as directed by the special education teacher. Such support may extend to non-special education students in the same classroom who, as directed by the general education teacher, have similar needs.
• Assist in student orientation.
• Assist disabled students in their educational, personal, health, and behavioral needs such as self-care, daily living skills, physical mobility, toileting, etc., as needed.
• May assist disabled students by dispensing medication after being trained
• Maintain open and meaningful communication with the special education teacher regarding all disabled students assigned paraprofessional support.
• Maintain confidentiality of school-related information.
• Assists teacher with routine classroom operations; follows through on teacher's instructions within time limits.
• Assist and supervise students in the use of computers, as assigned.
• Attend meetings/functions as specifically directed. Does not attend MET and/or IEPC meetings.
• Participate in and utilize information gained in appropriate staff development.
• Assist special education teachers in development and maintenance of special education records.
• Demonstrates understanding of students' needs and interacts appropriately with students, parents, and other employees.
• Follows instructions of teaching staff and reinforces program philosophy and consistency in classroom procedures.
• Demonstrates initiative and creativity with individual children and their program implementations; follows through with prescribed behavioral management programs.
• Assists with classroom housekeeping, such as distributing paper and supplies, preparing bulletin boards, setting up and putting away appropriate materials and equipment.
• Keeps records, writes lessons on the board, prepares tapes or materials for classroom use, corrects students' work, maintains instructional materials and supplies, and procures necessary resource materials, as required.
• Assists with the development of instructional materials as appropriate and directed.
• Assists in regular education classes as assigned by a special education teacher.
• Hears the student in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks, and guides and helps them but not teach them.
• Initiates actions which are required without specific direction from the teacher.
• Supervises students involved in activities other than the Basic classroom.
• Is physically able to participate in physical activities which are participate in physical activities which are part of the basic program and which may be unique to his/her specific classroom.
• Maintains composure under stressful conditions.
• Demonstrates an innate ability to realize that behavior is communication and not to be taken personally.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow individualized styles of learning and/or behavior plans.
• Ability to tolerate unique eating/sensory issues (gag reflex demonstration).
• Maintain flexibility (switching roles/positions within the program).
• Assist with lunch and recess support.
• Assist with the administration of the NWEA or other assessments under the direction of a certified staff member.
• Participate in standardized testing training to support facilitation of and accommodating standardized testing
• Participate in para educator professional development as assigned
• Additional duties as assigned by the teacher, principal, or Assistant Superintendent of Student Services.

Requirements Education

• Associate’s degree or ETS ParaPro Assessment with the minimum Michigan passing score or higher.

Licenses & Certifications Experience

• Previous experience working with special needs children is required.

Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.
• Good verbal, math, and grammar skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs daily
• Ability to interact with staff and the public is required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work as a team member at all times
• Ability to perform all duties with an awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Temporary (Hourly) Roles

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.