Special Education Support Paraeducator

Oakland Schools; White Lake Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland Schools is seeking a Paraeducator Student Support to assist students in Level 4 Classroom WLMS under the direction of the classroom teacher in both special education and regular education settings.

The position begins January 19, 2027 at White Lake Middle School, 32.5 hours per week for the 2026-2027 school year, reporting to the principal. A High School diploma is required, with willingness to pursue Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or related experience.
• Experience working with this age group or in special education preferred.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with school staff and administrators.
• Willingness to participate in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training after school hours.

Responsibilities

• Complement, supplement and reinforce students' instruction under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher in both special education and regular education classrooms.
• Assist with the preparation of materials and clean up after students.
• Assist with general supervision of the students including lunch, passing periods, assemblies, and general education courses.
• Attend to routine medical procedures or hygiene needs as directed.
• Other duties as assigned by the special education teacher or building principal.
• Track academic or behavioral data as directed by the teacher.

Skills

Student support

Disability awareness

Relationship building

Initiative

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

Medicaid billing consent

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oakland Schools is seeking a Paraeducator Student Support to assist students in Level 4 Classroom WLMS under the direction of the classroom teacher in both special education and regular education settings.

The position begins January 19, 2027 at White Lake Middle School, 32.5 hours per week for the 2026-2027 school year, reporting to the principal. A High School diploma is required, with willingness to pursue Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training.