Student Support Para-Educator: Empower Minds

Sylvania; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Genesee Intermediate School District is seeking a Para-Educator to assist certificated staff, therapists, and other team members in instructional and health-related activities for students with disabilities. The role may be assigned to one classroom, home visits, or as a one-on-one aide based on student needs.

Position offers a 185-day calendar with 7-hour days, paid time off, employer-sponsored health/dental/vision, retirement plan, and opportunities for professional development and mentorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; coursework in child development or related fields preferred
• Experience working with children/adults with special needs is preferred
• Physical ability to lift/move students and perform essential duties
• Must meet Michigan DHS Child Abuse and Neglect Registry clearance

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated staff, licensed therapists, and other staff in instructional, health-related, recreational, and prevocational activities
• May be assigned to a single classroom, home visits, or one-on-one support based on student needs
• Support implementation of instructional plans and behavior management strategies as directed by supervisors

Education

High school diploma or GED with preferred college coursework in child development/education/special education

Job description

Genesee Intermediate School District is seeking a Para-Educator to assist certificated staff, therapists, and other team members in instructional and health-related activities for students with disabilities. The role may be assigned to one classroom, home visits, or as a one-on-one aide based on student needs.

Position offers a 185-day calendar with 7-hour days, paid time off, employer-sponsored health/dental/vision, retirement plan, and opportunities for professional development and mentorship.