Special Education / Building Paraeducator

Roosevelt Elementary School; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Roosevelt Elementary School in Port Huron, Michigan seeks a Special Education paraeducator to support students under IEP guidance. The role requires assisting with personal care, behavior support, and instructional tasks within a building-based program.

Excellent communication with families and staff, willingness to participate in field trips and after-hours trainings, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds are essential. Employment aligns with district policies and a negotiated salary agreement.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours or equivalent approved by state/local assessment.
• MTTC Paraeducator Readiness Exam or MTTC Basic Skills Test required.
• SAT evidence-based reading/writing 480 and 530 in math may substitute for MTTC/PR.
• ETS Parapro Assessment with passing score 460 required.
• Non-Violent CPI Training or willingness to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of fundamental characteristics of Special Education Students.
• Communicate appropriately with students, parents and staff.
• Provide assistance in personal hygiene, toileting, health and fitness, and community living.
• Participate in field trips and home visits when necessary.
• Attend summer or after school in-service services related to Special Education needs.
• Promote positive self-esteem and encourage academic growth.
• Ensure safety of students and staff with good judgment.
• Adapt to assignment changes in emergencies as directed by the building principal.
• Maintain FERPA confidentiality.
• Assist with implementing educational plans as prescribed by IEP.
• Provide physical strength and stamina to meet needs of students.
• Carry out related duties to support student success and program.
• Conduct oneself professionally and represent the School District positively.

Skills

Communication with students/parents/st

Flexibility in emergencies

Team collaboration

Stamina for lifting up to 50 pounds

Education

High school graduate or GED

Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours

MTTC Paraeducator Readiness Exam or MTTC Basic Skills Test

SAT evidence-based reading/writing 480 and 530 in math (in lieu of MTTC)

ETS Parapro Assessment passing score 460

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) training or willing to be trained

Tools

CPI Training

Job description

Port Huron Area School District Roosevelt Elementary School - Port Huron, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Special Education / Building Paraeducator

Port Huron Area School District Roosevelt Elementary School - Port Huron, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5964135

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Building:

Roosevelt Elementary Shool

Position:

Special Education / Building Para

Qualifications:

See Posting

Hours/Times/Calendar:

6.67 Hours / 8:10 a.m. 3:20 p.m. / 191 Days per year

Effective:

Immediately

Allocation:

1.122.16.2421.1630

QUALIFICATIONS

As partners in the instructional process, paraeducator who work in programs supported by Title I/31a funds must meetoneof the following requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
• Associate’s Degree or60 semester hours at an institution of higher education,orMeet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of a formal state or local academic assessment approved by the State Board of Education:
• Michigan Test for Teacher Certification – Paraeducator Readiness Exam (MTTC)orthe original Basic Skills Test (MTTC)
• A passing score of at least 480 on the evidence-based reading and writing section of the SAT and 530 on the mathematics section in lieu of the Basic Skills Test or Professional Readiness Exam
• ETS Parapro Assessment – A passing score of 460 is required
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Trained or willing to be trained.
• Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, squat and lift up to 50 pounds in assisting students, if needed.
• Title I or Skipped Title I Schools require #1, 2, 3, or 4above achieved prior to being hired or applicant will be hired as a substitute until achieved.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental characteristics of Special Education Students.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate appropriately with the students, parents and staff.
• Must be willing to provide assistance and instruction in the area of personal hygiene, toileting, health and fitness, and community living.
• Must be willing to participate in field trips and home visits when necessary.
• Be available to attend summer or after school in-service services which pertain to meeting the needs of Special Education students.
• Possess the ability to promote positive self-esteem and encourage academic growth
• Demonstrate good judgment to provide for the safety of all students and staff
• Demonstrate the flexibility to respond to changes in assignment in emergency situations as determined by the building principal.
• Maintain confidentiality in regards to student information as required by FERPA.
• Assist in carrying out educational plans as prescribed by IEP.
• Provide physical strength and stamina to meet the needs of Special Education students.
• Perform other related duties or tasks necessary to insure the success of students and the program.
• Conducts him/herself in a professional manner commensurate with his/her position and project a good public image of the School District in dealing with the community and employee groups.

SELECTION COMMITTEE

EVALUATED BY SUPERVISING ADMINISTRATOR

SALARY DATA AS PER NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Caryn M. VanderHeuvel , Director of Human Resources
• Central Office
• Port Huron, Michigan 48060
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]