Special Education EI Paraprofessional - Student Support

Kentwood Public Schools; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kentwood Public Schools seeks a ParaProfessional for the Special Education EI program. Under supervision, you will assist students with learning and behavior goals, support teachers with instructional tasks, and help document progress in alignment with IEPs and related plans.

Availability for field trips and adherence to CPI requirements are part of the role. The position emphasizes teamwork with teachers and service providers, data entry, and responsive support to diverse learners, with regular

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an institution of higher learning (60 credits) or an associate degree or higher.
• Pass an approved formal state academic assessment option.

Responsibilities

• Assist and guide students individually and in small groups to reinforce essential learning skills.
• Assist professional staff with classroom assignments and assessments.
• Support differentiated instruction and prep materials for individual needs.
• Maintain CPI training and certification as required by district.
• Document student progress in data-tracking systems aligned with IEP/PCS/PBSP.

Skills

Instructional support

Classroom management

Confidentiality

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

CPI training

Education

60 college credits / associate degree or higher

Formal state academic assessment option

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Kentwood Public Schools seeks a ParaProfessional for the Special Education EI program. Under supervision, you will assist students with learning and behavior goals, support teachers with instructional tasks, and help document progress in alignment with IEPs and related plans.

Availability for field trips and adherence to CPI requirements are part of the role. The position emphasizes teamwork with teachers and service providers, data entry, and responsive support to diverse learners, with regular