Special Education / CI Paraeducator

Garfield Elementary School; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Huron Area School District's Garfield Elementary School in Port Huron, MI is seeking a Special Education / CI Paraeducator to support students with mental impairments. The role runs 6.67 hours daily, 191 days, starting immediately, with duties including assisting with personal care, behavior support, and field trips as needed.

Applicants must meet minimum educational requirements and state assessments; the district emphasizes confidentiality, safety, and professionalism in representing the

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours at higher education institution.
• MTTC or Basic Skills Test required (Professional Readiness Exam).
• SAT/ACT reading and writing minimum 480 and math 530 acceptable in lieu of some tests.
• ETS Parapro Assessment score 460 required.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) training or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, squat and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of learners with mental impairments.
• Communicate with students, parents and staff.
• Assist in personal hygiene, toileting, health and fitness, and community living.
• Participate in field trips and home visits when necessary.
• Attend summer or after-school trainings related to meeting needs of learners.
• Respect FERPA privacy rights and promote positive self-esteem and academic growth.
• Ensure safety of students and staff; adapt to emergency changes as directed.
• Perform related duties to support student success and program goals.
• Provide physical strength and stamina for non-violent interventions when necessary.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours

MTTC or Professional Readiness Exam / Basic Skills Test

SAT/ACT evidence-based reading and writing 480+, mathematics 530

ETS Parapro Assessment – passing score 460

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

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Job description

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

Special Education / CI Paraeducator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5965086
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Building:

Garfield Elementary School

Position:

Special Education / CI Paraeducator

Qualifications:

See Posting

Hours/Times/Calendar:

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

Effective:

Immediately

Allocation:1.122.06.2020.1630

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
• Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours at an institution of higher education, or Meet 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 – Professional Readiness Exam (MTTC) or the 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,plus one or more of 2-5 above achieved prior to being hired

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental characteristic of learners with mental impairments.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate 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-services which pertain to meeting the needs of mentally impaired learners.
• Understand and respect the students’ privacy rights as provided by FERPA
• 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.
• Perform other related duties or tasks necessary to insure the success of students and the program
• Provide physical strength and stamina for no-violent intervention when necessary.
• Perform other 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]