Special Education Paraeducator: Support & Health Aide

Sylvania; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Battle Creek, MI is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Individual Aide Paraprofessional to assist the case manager and certified staff in meeting the needs of a identified student. The role focuses on health monitoring, instructional support, and supportive services under supervision.

Responsibilities include health plan adherence, administering medications, facilitating communication, and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of high school diploma or GED is required.
• At least two years of college (60 semester hours) or an associate's degree (or higher) or passing test scores.
• Experience working with At-Risk and/or special education students is required.

Responsibilities

• Observe students to detect health needs and monitor safety.
• Maintain regular attendance as a critical factor for student service quality.
• Supervise feeding and manage health plan procedures as directed.
• Administer medication and treatments prescribed by physicians.
• Support communication needs of the student both verbally and in writing.

Skills

Composure under pressure

Relationship building

Clear communication

Willingness to learn

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college (60 credits) or associate degree or test score

Experience with At-Risk / special education students

Job description

Sylvania in Battle Creek, MI is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Individual Aide Paraprofessional to assist the case manager and certified staff in meeting the needs of a identified student. The role focuses on health monitoring, instructional support, and supportive services under supervision.

Responsibilities include health plan adherence, administering medications, facilitating communication, and maintaining confidentiality.