Part-Time Paraprofessional Special Education

MIDLAND HIGH SCHOOL

Midland (MI)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 25,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Midland Public Schools, Midland High School, in Midland, Michigan, is seeking a Part-Time Paraprofessional in Special Education. The role includes 1:1 student support, program assistance, and other duties as assigned, with a starting wage of $16 per hour.

Responsibilities include assisting with instruction under teacher direction, maintaining positive guidance for students, and collaborating with staff, parents, and service providers to support student needs.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred (training may be provided).
Must be Highly Qualified under governing standards.
At least two years of college coursework with 60+ credits or an Associate's Degree or higher.
ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score (460+) required to qualify.

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 student support and access to support services.
Assist with program support and classroom activities as directed by teachers.
Perform other duties as assigned by the school staff.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Attendance

Curriculum explanation

Professional collaboration

Positive guidance

Technology basics

Personal care support

Mobility for duties

Behavioral management

Education

Associate's Degree or higher

60+ college credits

ParaPro 460+ score

Job description

Part-Time Paraprofessional Special Education

Midland Public Schools MIDLAND HIGH SCHOOL - Midland, Michigan

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Job Details

Job ID: 5901246

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Assignment Information

Full-Time
Up to 40 Hours/Week
Monday - Friday (when instruction is in session)
$16/Hour - Starting wage is based on the current Midland Federation of Paraprofessionals Master Bargaining Agreement

Assignment Functions and Responsibilities

A Special Education Paraprofessional may work with students receiving support such as:

1:1 Student Support
Access to Support
Program Support
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education

Must have high school diploma or equivalent
CPR/First Aid certified (preferred; willing to be provided training)
Must be Highly Qualified

Completed at least two years of college coursework with 60+ credits -or-
Hold an Associate's Degree or higher -or-
ParaPro Assessment - Qualifying score of 460+

The ETS ParaPro 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. It's designed to determine if individuals possess the necessary abilities to effectively assist teachers in classroom instruction.

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.

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