Paraprofessional, Special Education (LSS)

Mid-Michigan Area Public Schools Consortium; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A local educational authority in Flint, Michigan seeks a Paraprofessional for Learning Support Services (LSS) to support teachers and provide assistance to students with disabilities. This role involves academic and behavioral support, maintaining confidentiality, and fostering student engagement. Candidates must possess an associate’s degree or higher and have relevant skills in supporting educational needs. A competitive salary of $16.00 per hour is offered, along with health benefits. Apply early as positions may close once filled.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 60 college credit hours.
• Must have an associate’s degree or higher.
• Must achieve a score of 460 or higher on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in providing quality education to students with disabilities.
• Assist with physical needs of students.
• Reinforce classroom instruction under teacher supervision.

Skills

Academic and behavioral support

Maintaining confidentiality

Promoting student engagement

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

60 college credit hours

ETS Paraprofessional Assessment (score 460)

SAT evidence-based reading/writing (score 480)

SAT math (score 530)

Job description

Paraprofessional, Special Education (LSS) - JobID: 31600

The Paraprofessional for Learning Support Services (LSS) supports teachers and school staff in providing quality education and assistance to students with disabilities in both general and special education settings. Responsibilities include offering academic and behavioral support, assisting with physical needs, escorting students to and from activities, and reinforcing classroom instruction. Working under the teacher’s supervision, they help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment while maintaining confidentiality and promoting student engagement.

Please see attached job description for a detailed list of the essential functions.

Salary & Benefits

Paraprofessional Salary Schedule

$16.00 per hour, 183 days per year, 30 hours per week

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees shall be subject to the co-payment of health care costs equal to the difference between the premium cost and the annual cost limitation imposed on public employers.

Education

• Earned at least 60 college credit hours
• Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher)
• ETS Paraprofessional Assessment (score 460 or higher)
• College Board’s SAT (score at least 480 on evidence based reading/writing, score at least 530 on math)

Experience

Minimum of 5 years in administration or supervisory experience required. Previous experience in state or federal programming, specialized student services, parental and community engagement, budget development and management, strategic planning, professional learning, and school improvement required.

Application Requirements

An online application is required for all positions. In addition, all applicants must submit the following:

• Copy of transcripts or ETS Assessment required
• Three signed professional letters of recommendation (written within the last 18 months preferred)

These documents must be scanned and uploaded through the online application process.

Early application is encouraged as positions may close when filled.

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 10:26:05 PM CST.