Special Education Para - 1:1 & ASD Support - Student Care

Oakridge; Muskegon (MI); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPR certification preferred

Job summary

Oakridge Public Schools in Muskegon, MI, is seeking a Special Education Mandated Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities at Oakridge Upper Elementary.

The role requires high school diploma or higher, plus one of: associate degree or higher or two years of college, WorkKeys, MTTC/Parapro readiness, or ETS Parapro scores; CPR preferred. You will lift up to 75 lbs and work with teachers, speech and therapy staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One of: Associate degree or higher, 60 college hours, WorkKeys, MTTC/Basic Skills, Parapro ETS score, or related credentials.
• Experience with children with disabilities and ability to assist with physical needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physical needs of students, including administering medication.
• Monitor students during medical episodes and provide supportive care.
• Collaborate with teachers, speech therapist, physical therapist and assistive technology coordinator.
• Attend training sessions as needed.

Skills

Lifting 75 lbs

Scribe notes

Team collaboration

Medication assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree or higher

Job description

Oakridge Public Schools in Muskegon, MI, is seeking a Special Education Mandated Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities at Oakridge Upper Elementary.

The role requires high school diploma or higher, plus one of: associate degree or higher or two years of college, WorkKeys, MTTC/Parapro readiness, or ETS Parapro scores; CPR preferred. You will lift up to 75 lbs and work with teachers, speech and therapy staff.