Special Education / CI Paraeducator

Woodrow Wilson Elementary School; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodrow Wilson Elementary School in Port Huron, Michigan is hiring a Special Education / CI Paraeducator on a full-time basis. The position requires meeting Title I/31a qualifications and supporting learners with mental impairments.

Starting Date is Immediate; duties include assisting with personal care, communication, and academic activities while promoting student safety and privacy per FERPA. The role may involve field trips and after-school in-services.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the Title I/31a qualification paths.
• Ability to bend, lift up to 50 pounds for student assistance.
• Commitment to student privacy and FERPA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with learning activities and personal care needs as required.
• Communicate with students, families and staff effectively.
• Support health, hygiene, fitness and community living needs as directed.
• Participate in field trips, after-school in-services and home visits when needed.
• Maintain safety and assist in emergency situations as directed by the principal.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree or 60 college hours

MTTC or Basic Skills Test

SAT 480 EBRW / 530 Math alternative

ETS Parapro Assessment 460

CPI trained or willing to be trained

Job description

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Special Education / CI Paraeducator

Job Description

Building:

Woodrow Wilson Elementary

Position:

Qualifications:

See Posting

Hours/Times/Calendar:

Effective:

Immediately

Allocation:

1.122.20.2020.1630

QUALIFICATIONS

As partners in the instructional process, paraeducators who work in programs supported by Title I/31a funds must meetoneof the following requirements of 1-5 on the qualifications list below.

• 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 2-5above 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]