Special Education Paraprofessional — Student Support

Northwest Education Services; Elk Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Single-provider health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Northwest Education Services Elk Rapids Schools in Elk Rapids, Michigan, seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with academic, safety, and social-emotional needs. The role is tied to Lakeland Elementary within Elk Rapids Schools, with duties across academic interventions and behavior management.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma/GED, basic tech skills, and prefer 2 years of post-secondary training, plus experience in PreK-12 education working with groups.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology
• Two Years Post-Secondary Training
• Experience working within PreK-12th grade education and working with individuals or small groups administering academic interventions

Responsibilities

• Provide educational support and academic interventions by working with students and staff to improve academic and social skills.
• Be dependable with strong organizational skills.
• Maintain program records, monitor student progress, and report as directed.
• Assist with behavioral interventions and personal care for individual students.
• Maintain supervision and small group behavior management.
• Work with students and small groups to follow a support plan.
• Establish and maintain relationships with students, staff, and the public.
• Demonstrate initiative and positive attitude.
• Adhere to all Board and District policies.
• Regular, predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain consistent attendance and follow instructions.
• Solve problems professionally.
• Basic computer skills, including email and calendars.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Two Years Post-Secondary Training

Experience in PreK-12th grade education

Job description

Northwest Education Services Elk Rapids Schools in Elk Rapids, Michigan, seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with academic, safety, and social-emotional needs. The role is tied to Lakeland Elementary within Elk Rapids Schools, with duties across academic interventions and behavior management.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma/GED, basic tech skills, and prefer 2 years of post-secondary training, plus experience in PreK-12 education working with groups.