Special Education Paraeducator

Sylvania; Dexter (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave Days

Pension plan through Michigan Public

Retirement Savings Plans 403B and 457

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator to support students with disabilities under the guidance of the instructional team. The role involves assisting with academics, life skills, behavior management and health and safety in daily classroom activities.

The position aligns with the DCS Student Calendar and offers $17.62 per hour, paid Leave Days, a pension plan through MPSERS, and retirement plans (403B and 457). Medical benefits are not provided for this role.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to work with parents, students and staff.
• Computer skills necessary.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to identify and solve problems.
• Good attendance is important for this position and is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists student(s) with disabilities according to the supports outlined in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) as it pertains to academics, behavior, related services (Speech, OT/PT, etc.), and physical hygiene.
• Assists instructional team with the development of work assignments, job responsibilities and services to student(s) with disabilities.
• Assists the instructional team in the implementation of health care, instructional programs and the management of student behavior.
• Maintains student confidentiality.
• Assists in administering assessments as needed.
• Supports the implementation of planned lessons.
• Manages both behavioral and instructional logs.
• Monitors established goals and objectives for students and communicates student progress.
• Bending, lifting and overhead work required.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality to assignment required.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-directed

Problem solving

Attendance

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

High School Diploma or GED

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Posting Date: August 3, 2026

Internal Closing Date: August 11, 2026

General Closing Date: August 21, 2026/Until filled

Position: Special Education Paraeducator

Position Summary:

Working in collaboration with the instructional team, a paraeducator provides assistance with academic instruction, physical activities and life skills to students with disabilities. The special education paraeducator assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities, helps special needs students, and cares for their physical, emotional health and safety, affirming their abilities, and striving to promote self-advocacy skills. Paraeducators are visible and vital individuals throughout the school setting.

Days/Hours:

• Work days align with the DCS Student Calendar.
• 6.75 hours per day (subject to change) with an unpaid 35-minute lunch period.

Compensation:

• $17.62 per hour
• Paid Leave Days
• Pension plan through Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)
• Retirement Savings Plans 403B and 457 Retirement Plans

This position does not qualify for medical benefits.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists student(s) with disabilities according to the supports outlined in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) as it pertains to academics, behavior, related services (Speech, OT/PT, etc.), and physical hygiene.
• Assists instructional team with the development of work assignments, job responsibilities and services to student(s) with disabilities.
• Assists the instructional team in the implementation of health care, instructional programs and the management of student behavior.
• Maintains student confidentiality.
• Assists in administering assessments as needed.
• Supports the implementation of planned lessons.
• Manages both behavioral and instructional logs.
• Monitors established goals and objectives for students and communicates student progress.
• Bending, lifting and overhead work required.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality to assignment required.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to work with parents, students and staff.
• Computer skills necessary.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to identify and solve problems.
• Good attendance is important for this position and is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands of this job include sitting, kneeling, standing, and the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), 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 educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

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