Special Education Paraprofessional

Memspa; Fraser (MI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Fraser Public Schools in Fraser, Michigan seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to work under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher to assist CI, ASD, and ECSE students. Responsibilities include supporting academics, assistive technology, and behavior interventions.

Must have CPI certification within the first school year. Strong communication with parents and staff is essential for student success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma.
• Experience with students with cognitive impairment or autism spectrum disorder preferred.
• Ability to walk hallways and navigate a classroom and school bus.
• Good gross and fine motor skills; follow instructions.
• No physical limitations for safety interventions.
• Ability to lift children 35–195 lbs.
• CPI certification required within first year.
• Working knowledge of computers and assistive technology.
• Caring attitude with students; able to build relationships.
• Able to communicate with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prevent behavior problems proactively.
• Assist with assistive technology devices and software.
• Facilitate social relationships for students with peers.
• Monitor and implement student behavior intervention plans.
• Support students with academic skills.
• Follow directions from student’s team; stay flexible.
• Assist with classroom activities and materials preparation.
• Help with enrichment activities and resources.
• Chaperone class trips and school functions.
• Assist with toileting, diapering, and hygiene needs as required.
• Implement district seclusion/restraint policy if needed.
• Assist children with dressing and undressing.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in rooms.

Skills

Patience

Communication with parents

Assistive technology

Able to follow instructions

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computers

Assistive tech devices

Job description

Deadline: October 8, 2026
District/Organization: Fraser Public Schools – Elementary
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: In Accordance with the Negotiated Contract

FRASER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

FRASER, MICHIGAN

TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of High School Diploma
• Previous experience with students with cognitive impairment or autism spectrum disorder; previous experience with early childhood special education students
• Ability to walk hallways and quickly navigate a classroom and school bus
• Good gross and fine motor skills and the ability to follow instructions
• No physical limitations that would prevent the individual from being capable of performing emergency safety interventions and/or child restraints, when needed
• Ability to lift children in and out of car-seats and on and off toilets (weight range from 35 – 195 lbs.)
• Demonstrate an even temper, calm demeanor, and an abundance of patience
• Must have (or secure within the first school year) CPI certification
• Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of computers and specific assistive technology devices and software
• Enjoys working with students in providing personal and instructional assistance with a caring attitude
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students and staff
• Establish positive communication and relationships with parents

REPORTS TO: Director Special Education

SUPERVISES: NA

JOB GOAL:

Works under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher to enhance the performance of CI, ASD, and ECSE students.

ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proactive prevention of behavior problems
• Assist with assistive technology devices and software
• Facilitate social relationships of students with peers
• Monitor behavior interventions and be familiar with (and implement) students behavior intervention plan
• Support students with academic skills
• Ability to be flexible and follow directions from the student’s team
• Assist with classroom academics and center activities
• Help teacher prepare materials for instruction, visual aids, decorating, organizing, etc.
• Assist with classroom enrichment activities such as book orders, parties, and resources for classroom
• Chaperone class trips, and school functions
• Assist with toileting, diapering, and hygiene needs as required
• Implement the District’s emergency use of seclusion and restraint if a student’s behavior poses an imminent risk to the safety of that student or others
• Assist children will dressing and undressing
• Maintain cleanliness and order in rooms including tables, sinks, and toys

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must complete CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training within the first school year. The individual assigned to this position is a school year employee. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

EVALUATION:

Participate in & accept annual performance reviews.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any duties requested by his or her management that generally fit into the job expectations.

Essential Functions of the job as per the Americans with Disability Act (ADA)

FRASER PUBLIC SCHOOLS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OR RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX. AGE, HEIGHT, WEIGHT, RELIGION, MARITAL STATUS, OR DISABILITY IN ITS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES. THE FOLLOWING PERSON HAS BEEN DESIGNATED TO HANDLE INQUIRIES REGARDING THE NONDISCRIMINATION POLICIES: DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES, 33466 GARFIELD, FRASER, MI 48026 [phone].