Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant for Special Needs

Grand Haven Area Public Schools; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 19,536 - 27,825; Full time

Job summary

Grand Haven Area Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional to support Lakeshore Middle School students. The role involves assisting teachers, supporting students with activities, and helping implement behavioral plans with a calm, cooperative approach.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and preferred experience with special needs students. 60 college credits or an associate degree, or passing competency tests may be required depending on placement.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 60 credit hours or an associate degree; or pass competency tests (MTTC Basic Skills or ParaPro) as placement requires.
• Experience with special needs students preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and work with others.
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and follow behavioral plans.
• Initiative and creativity with students and their program.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom assistance under supervision.
• Support implementation of behavioral management programs.
• Assist teachers with instructional activities and student supervision.

Skills

Special needs support

Follow directions

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Initiative and creativity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 credit hours / Associate degree or higher or competency test

Job description

Grand Haven Area Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional to support Lakeshore Middle School students. The role involves assisting teachers, supporting students with activities, and helping implement behavioral plans with a calm, cooperative approach.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and preferred experience with special needs students. 60 college credits or an associate degree, or passing competency tests may be required depending on placement.