Paraprofessional - SPED-ASD (27.5 Hours Per Week)

Caledonia Community School District; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick days

Vacation days

State of Michigan Retirement Options

Job summary

Caledonia Community Schools seeks a Paraprofessional Level 1 (Special Education-ASD) at Duncan Lake Middle School. The role supports a student with moderate to severe disabilities, aiding in instruction, self-help, and behavioral programs under a certified teacher’s supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting with IEPs, monitoring progress, and helping the student engage in activities. Mandatory high school diploma; experience with disabilities preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework desired.
• Experience with students or individuals with disabilities preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of reading, writing, and mathematics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of students.
• Assist in implementing IEPs and supporting self-help, behavioral management, and instructional programs.
• Provide support inside and outside the classroom to enable full participation in activities.
• Support students in developing appropriate social skills and managing behavior.
• Assist with mobility and positioning as needed; transfer to/from wheelchairs and assist with personal care as required.

Skills

Organization

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position:Paraprofessional Level 1 (SpecialEducation-ASD)

Location: Duncan Lake Middle School

Reports To:Building Principal

Compensation:$15.78 per hour + $1.00 per hour differential: 27.5 hours per week/183 Days per year

Benefits: Paid sick days and vacation days. State of Michigan Retirement Options.

Summary of Position:

The Special Education (SE) Paraprofessional assists the teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of an individual student with moderate to severe disabilities. The SE Paraprofessional assists with the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including self-help, behavioral management, and instructional programs.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of a certified teacher:

• Assist in the educational and social development of students


• Assist in the implementation of Individualized Education Programs for students and monitor progress


• Provide support for students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to participate in activities fully


• Support students in developing appropriate social skills


• Help manage the behavior of assigned students, as needed


• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s communication, emotional, instructional, medical, physical, sensory, and social needs


• Assist students with cognitive, emotional and physical impairments according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning, if applicable


• Assist students with personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene according to their needs, if applicable


• Assist with monitoring and maintenance of medical devices that are needed to maintain the health and safety of students, if applicable


• Assist students with the implementation of communication devices and systems, if applicable


• Utilize effective communication skills: ensure that all interactions with students, district personnel, and parents are supportive, courteous, and respectful


• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal/written directives


• Maintain confidentiality


• Other duties as assigned by the principal/special programs director

Employment Qualifications:

• EDUCATION: This position requires the attainment of a high school diploma or equivalent. College coursework is desired, but not required. Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics is essential.


• EXPERIENCE: Previous experience working with students or individuals with disabilities is preferred, but not required.

Additional Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required:

• Ability to work with students and disabilities


• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions


• Ability to be patient, flexible, and versatile


• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Assists in the transfer of students to and from wheelchairs, lifting or positioning. Lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position may require supervising students during inclement outdoor weather.

Non-Discrimination

Caledonia Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender 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