Part-Time Paraprofessional

Hemlock Public Schools; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Public school retirement

Paid sick leave

Personal days

Paid holidays

Group life and long-term disability

Job summary

Hemlock Public Schools seeks a Part-Time Paraprofessional to support elementary students in various instructional settings. The position prioritizes collaboration with teachers and staff to implement instructional activities and accommodations as directed by classroom teachers.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Background check and fingerprinting required.
• Experience with elementary-aged students.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities.
• No health restrictions; able to assist with personal care when needed.

Responsibilities

• Relate to and instruct children in large groups, small groups, and individualized settings.
• Develop and use strategies to improve student achievement in core subjects.
• Implement and reinforce classroom discipline with positive reinforcement.
• Contribute to a professional learning team and collaborate with colleagues.
• Support students with a range of special needs and behavior plans.
• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Elementary student support

Team collaboration

Disability support knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

POSITION OPENING

Part-Time Paraprofessional

Required Qualifications:

• Meet requirements for a background check and fingerprinting.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job Requirements, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Successful experience working with elementary aged students.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of content expectations/standards pertinent to the grade level.
• Experience working as part of a collaborative team.
• Can demonstrate proficiency in working with students with a variety of disabilities.
• No health restrictions, able to work with students with physical and/or behavior components of their disability.

A successful candidate will be able to:

• Relate to and instruct children in large groups, small groups, and individualized settings.
• Develop and use strategies to improve student achievement in all core content areas.
• Effectively utilize classroom discipline strategies while providing positive reinforcement.
• Contribute to a professional learning team.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure student success and a positive school climate.
• Work with students with a range of special needs.
• Assist students with personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, mobility, health care, and other medically related supports as permitted by law and district procedures
• Implement instructional activities and accommodations as directed by the classroom teacher
• Collect, record, and maintain student data to monitor progress toward instructional and behavioral goals
• Implement and support behavior intervention plans under the direction of certified staff
• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times, including arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and transitions
• Maintain confidentiality of all student, family, and staff information in accordance with district policy and applicable laws
• Participate in ongoing professional learning and required training to enhance job knowledge and skills.

Salary and benefits: Starting pay is $15 per hour under the HASEL agreement, with scheduled increases based on service. Additional compensation includes $0.50 per hour for an applicable associate degree, higher degree, or substitute-teacher certification, and $0.75 per hour for qualifying assignments. This position is eligible for public school retirement. After the 180-day probationary period, benefits include paid sick leave, two personal days, paid holidays, group life and long-term disability insurance for eligible employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Posted: July 27, 2026

Deadline: August 10, 2026 or until filled, screening ongoing

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Hemlock Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Direct all inquiries related to discrimination to:

Superintendent’s Office

1095 N. Hemlock

Hemlock, MI 48626

[phone]