Special Education Paraprofessional

David Ellis Academy; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bardwell Group David Ellis Academy in Detroit, Michigan invites applications for a Special Education Paraprofessional to support teachers and students. You will help implement instructional materials and assist with activities targeting reading, writing and math.

Under supervision of Instructional Supervisors and the School Leader/Director, you will prepare reports, maintain classroom records and promote a respectful learning environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of college study, or an associate’s degree, or demonstrated ability to assist in reading, writing, and math.
• Before January 8, 2002, different federal requirements; paraprofessionals may be exempt if bilingual or parental involvement duties only. For others, meet applicable state certification and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with small group instruction within the classroom
• Prepare and submit weekly reports on student progress or lack of progress
• Confer with the classroom instructor on a weekly basis regarding supplemental instructional material for students
• Display the ability to communicate and convey ideas to students, parents and instructors
• Maintain high ethical and professional integrity
• Participate in professional development as assigned and mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
• Other duties that may be requested by classroom instructors and approved by the School Leader/Director, or directly assigned by the School Leader/Director

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5271492
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 06, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2025

Job Description

PARAPROFESSIONAL

The Paraprofessional is an employee of Bardwell Group. He/she will help the teacher or teachers assigned to in an effective and timely manner while at all times displaying a willing attitude to enhance the efforts of the Academy. He/she will use appropriate materials, provided by the instructor, to aid students in areas of academic weakness.

Paraprofessionals will have a functional relationship with the teachers they are assigned to and a direct reporting relationship to the Instructional Supervisors and School Leader/Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

All Title I Paraprofessionals hired after January 8, 2002 will meet the requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 including: will have completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education; obtained an associate’s degree or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment of knowledge the ability to assist in instructing: 1) reading, writing and mathematics, or 2) reading readiness writing readiness and mathematics readiness.

All Title I Paraprofessionals hired before January 8, 2002 must meet the above requirements within four year of this date. These specific federal requirements do not apply to any paraprofessional who: 1) are proficient in English and another language and act primarily as translators; or 2) conduct only parental involvement activities. Must meet all applicable state certification and other requirements for position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide assistance with small group instruction within the classroom
• Prepare and submit weekly reports on student progress or lack of progress
• Confer with the classroom instructor on a weekly basis regarding supplemental instructional material for students
• Ø Display the ability to communicate and convey ideas to students, parents and instructors
• Maintain high ethical and professional integrity
• Participate in professional development as assigned and mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
• Other duties that may be requested by classroom instructors and approved by the School Leader/Director, or directly assigned by the School Leader/Director

Job Type: Full-time

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $35,000 to $40,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required