Part-Time Paraprofessional - Special Education 1:1 Student Support & Lunch Supervision

Midland Public Schools Inc; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Midland Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to work one-on-one with students receiving special education support. This part-time position supports instruction during school hours and may include lunch supervision and other duties as assigned.

Starting wage is $15.50 per hour, with compensation based on the Midland Federation of Paraprofessionals Master Bargaining Agreement; up to 29 hours per week, Monday through Friday when school is in session.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of college coursework with 60+ credits or an Associate's degree or higher.
• ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 460+.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 Student Support.
• Lunch Supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organization

Dependable attendance

Curriculum expectations explained

Professional collaboration

Positive guidance

Technology basics

Personal care assistance

Mobility and flexibility

Behavioral management

Education

High school diploma

60+ college credits or Associate’s degree

ParaPro assessment (460+)

Job description

Job Summary

The Special Education Paraprofessional works one-on-one with students receiving special education support.

Assignment Information

• Part‑Time
• Up to 29 Hours/Week
• Monday - Friday (when instruction is in session)
• $15.50/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:

• 1:1 Student Support
• Lunch Supervision
• 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

• 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.