Secondary Paraprofessional

Onsted Community Schools; Onsted (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Onsted Community Schools in Onsted, Michigan is seeking a Secondary Paraprofessional to support students in the core curriculum, assist teachers, and supervise students during activities and transitions. The role emphasizes collaboration with special education staff to implement IEP goals, maintain student confidentiality, and promote a safe, respectful learning environment.

Full-time position with standard school hours and mandatory training, including maintaining discipline and assisting with

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and adults in an educational setting.
• Ability to supervise and develop rapport with children.
• Ability to write and spell with accuracy.
• Familiarity with educational technology and basic devices.

Responsibilities

• Work with identified students to strengthen knowledge and productivity in core subjects.
• Support IEP goals and collaborate with the special education teacher for inclusion and pull-out services.
• Supervise lunch, playground, small groups, and assist with bus/shuttle duties during emergencies.
• Take direction from teachers and the principal.
• Maintain discipline consistent with classroom and building behavior expectations.
• Provide targeted instruction or reinforcement to individuals or small groups.
• Participate in required training and uphold confidentiality of student information.
• Assist students with personal hygiene as needed.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the principal and superintendent.

Skills

Experience working with children

Rapport with students

Writing and spelling accuracy

Familiar with technology

Pass a physical examination

Education

Two to four year college degree preferred

Job description

Secondary Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5333813

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 3:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Sep 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in working with children and adults.


• Ability to supervise and develop a rapport with children.


• Ability to write and spell with a degree of accuracy.


• Be familiar with technology.


• Must pass a physical examination prior to commencing duties.


• 2-4 year college degree is preferable.

REPORTS TO : PRINCIPAL

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Will work with identified students to strengthen their knowledge, ability and productivity in the core curriculum areas.


• Will follow the student’s IEP goals and support the special education teacher’s planning for inclusion and pull out services.


• Will supervise lunch, playground, small groups, and take students to the bus and specials in the event of an emergency situation.


• Will take direction from the teacher(s) and principal.


• Will maintain discipline that supports the teacher and the classroom/building positive behavior system.


• Will support the core curriculum with individual/small group reinforcement instruction.


• Will participate in training as assigned.


• Will maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students, experiences, and school incidents. Will discuss student concerns with supervising teachers, not with parents directly.


• Will assist student in personal hygiene.


• Will do other tasks as assigned by the principal and superintendent.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Days and terms will be scheduled per the master agreement.

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

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jonathan Royce , Superintendent


• Board of Education


• Onsted, Michigan 49265


• Email: [e-mail]