Special Ed Paraprofessional: 1:1 Support & Inclusion

Plymouth-Canton Community Schools; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth-Canton Community Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional to provide essential support for students with IEPs in a DODSON ELEMENTARY setting. You will work under the special education teacher to implement accommodations in 1:1, small group, or whole class contexts.

The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to collaborate with parents and staff, and a proactive problem-solving approach to support student success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work with parents, students and support personnel.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to engage in problem identification and problem solving on behalf of the student(s).
• Ability to establish a positive rapport with staff/parents/students.
• Previous experience working with children with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with general and special education staff to support students with IEPs in the least restrictive environment.
• Support students' accommodations and modifications per IEPs in 1:1, small group, or whole class settings.
• Assist with health care, behavior and instructional programming as directed.
• Maintain data collection logs and assist with Medicaid billing as applicable.
• Utilize technology/assistive devices to support students with disabilities.
• Supervise students in lunchroom, halls and outdoors as assigned.
• Provide clinic/first aid/medication support as needed.

Skills

Communication with parents

Organizational skills

Self-directed

Problem solving

Rapport building

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Plymouth-Canton Community Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional to provide essential support for students with IEPs in a DODSON ELEMENTARY setting. You will work under the special education teacher to implement accommodations in 1:1, small group, or whole class contexts.

The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to collaborate with parents and staff, and a proactive problem-solving approach to support student success.