Special Education Paraprofessional: Support & Growth

Thornapple Elementary; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Forest Hills Public School District Thornapple Elementary in Grand Rapids, Michigan, seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with IEPs under the classroom teacher's supervision. The role involves one-on-one or small group work, delivering instructional materials, and helping maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The position is part-time, 5.9 hours per day (29.5 hours per week) for the school year, with a starting date on Aug 26, 2026.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree.
• Experience working in an academic environment.
• Experience working with school age youth.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and recordkeeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with instructional materials and activities.
• Provide physical assistance and mobility support for students.
• Support behavioral interventions and monitor classroom environment.
• Attend staff meetings and professional learning sessions.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and school information.

Skills

Associate’s degree

Experience in academic environment

Experience with school-age youth

Team collaboration

Organizational & communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

Forest Hills Public School District Thornapple Elementary in Grand Rapids, Michigan, seeks a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with IEPs under the classroom teacher's supervision. The role involves one-on-one or small group work, delivering instructional materials, and helping maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The position is part-time, 5.9 hours per day (29.5 hours per week) for the school year, with a starting date on Aug 26, 2026.