Special Education EI Paraprofessional — Empower Student Growth

Kent City Elementary; Kent City (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative Working Environment

Focus on students and staff

Job summary

Kent City Elementary is seeking a Special Education EI Paraprofessional to support students in a Kent City, Michigan school. This part-time role runs 7:40am–3:20pm, Monday through Friday, and includes assisting classroom teachers, supervising students, and implementing Tier 1 supports under guidance.

Strong communication and collaboration with staff and families are essential. Experience with students is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students preferred.
• Ability to establish rapport with children.
• Able to work with children and adults.
• Strong knowledge of childhood development.
• Ability to collaborate with a team in a positive manner.
• Role model good behavior.
• Flexible.
• Collaborate with building staff and parents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive, respectful rapport with students and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with FERPA and school policy.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors.
• Participate in trainings and certifications (e.g., CPI, health, first aid).
• Engage in daily routines to support a safe school environment.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions.
• Encourage positive peer interaction and enforce behavior expectations.
• Ensure student safety in indoor and outdoor settings.
• Direct student movement and bus/pick-up line supervision.
• Support Tier 1 behavior supports and routines.
• Assist with interventions planning with MTSS teams.
• Support students in academic, behavioral, or functional settings.
• Provide modified instruction and adapted support under teacher guidance.
• Assist with transitions, accommodations, and classroom routines.
• Assist with special accommodations as applicable.
• Document student progress and behavior incidents.
• Work collaboratively with staff and students.
• Maintain routines in cafeteria, classroom, and/or outdoor.
• Demonstrate awareness and responsiveness to students.
• Supervision of students in different settings.
• Focus on safety and structure.
• Effective communication skills.

Skills

Experience with Students

Rapport with Children

Team Collaboration

Childhood Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Behavior Modeling

Flexibility

Staff/Parent Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Job description

Kent City Elementary is seeking a Special Education EI Paraprofessional to support students in a Kent City, Michigan school. This part-time role runs 7:40am–3:20pm, Monday through Friday, and includes assisting classroom teachers, supervising students, and implementing Tier 1 supports under guidance.

Strong communication and collaboration with staff and families are essential. Experience with students is preferred.