Part-Time Paraprofessional - Instructional, Lunch Supervision and Student Support

Midland-Public-Schools; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Midland Public Schools in Midland, Michigan is seeking a Part-Time Paraprofessional to provide student support, supervise lunch periods, and assist with access to services. Immediate starting date and a wage of $16 per hour apply, with a 29-hour work week when instruction is in session.

The role requires HQ status, 60 college credits or an Associate's degree or higher, ParaPro 460+, and CPR/First Aid certification (training provided).

Qualifications

• HQ status required (Highly Qualified) with at least 60 college credits OR an Associate's degree or higher.
• ETS ParaPro assessment qualifying score of 460+.
• CPR/First Aid certification required (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to the DK Classroom.
• Support students with access to services and supervision during lunch.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by staff.

Skills

Organization & time management

Attendance

Curriculum understanding

Staff collaboration

Positive guidance

Technology basics

Personal care assistance

Mobility & lifting

Behavior management

Education

60 college credits

Associate's Degree or higher

ETS ParaPro 460+

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

None

Job description

Part-Time Paraprofessional - Instructional, Lunch Supervision and Student Support

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Job Details

Job ID: 5901216

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Summary

Provide student support by assisting with access to services, supervising lunch periods, and performing other duties as assigned to maintain a safe and positive school environment.

Assignment Information

• Part-Time
• 29 Hours/Week (Monday - Friday when instruction is in session)
• Instructional
• Lunch Supervision and Student Support
• $16/Hour - Starting wage is based on the current Midland Federation of Paraprofessionals Master Bargaining Agreement

Assignment Functions and Responsibilities

The job is not limited to any or all of the following functions and responsibilities:

• Instructional support Developing Kindergarten (DK) Classroom
• Student Support
• Lunch Supervision
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education

• REQUIRED: Highly Qualified (HQ) Status
  • Completed minimum of 60 college credits-or-
  • Hold an Associate's Degree or higher-or-
  • ETS ParaPro Assessment Qualifying score of 460+.The ETSParaPro Assessment is a general aptitude test used to assess the skills and knowledge of prospective and practicing paraprofessionals in areas like reading, writing, and math, according to ETS.
• REQUIRED: CPR/First Aid certified(willing to be provided training)

Essential Skills and Abilities

The job is not limited to any or all of the following skills and abilities:

• Proven organization and time management skills
• Dependable Attendance
• Ability to explain curriculum expectations following directive from teacher
• Ability to work professionally with staff, students, parents and other providers
• Ability to provide positive guidance to students in a manner that communicates dignity and respect
• Basic understanding of technology
• Ability to assist with personal care needs
• Able to sit, stand, bend, and walk frequently
• Some lifting may be required
• Experience and/or knowledge of behavioral management techniques

Come join Midland Public Schools!

The District is uniquely linked to and intertwined with the surrounding community and boasts a strong tradition and expectation of exceptional academics. Midland Public Schools holds a high concentration of STEM-degreed individuals and readily offers business needs for strong-skilled trades. The district is located adjacent to the world headquarters of Dow Chemical as well as large employers, such as MyMichigan Health , Dupont , and Corteva . Midland provides big-city amenities with a small-town feel and is the home to Midland Center for the Arts , Greater Midland Community Center , Great Lakes Loons/Dow Diamond , Dow Gardens and the Whiting Forest home of the 1,400-foot-long canopy walk, soaring up to 40 feet above the ground.

Please visit the Midland Public Schools website for more information and enjoy the Midland Awaits video where you’ll learn more about why Midland is the perfect place to work, live and play!

Midland Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, identity, marital status, familial status, genetic information, age, weight, height, national origin, disability, or other legally-protected characteristic, in its programs, activities, or employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Associate Superintendent/Human Resources, 600 E. Carpenter Rd., Midland, MI 48640.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district.

District administration reserves the right to alter or amend job descriptions at any time. This job is not limited to any or all of the listed qualifications or functions.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 600 E Carpenter St.
• Midland, Michigan 48640
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]