What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Special Education Paraprofessional position at Grand Blanc Community Schools?
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kearsley High School
up to 37.5 Hours/Week - Student Days - $15.83-$18.83/hour dependent upon qualifications
Position Summary
Kearsley High School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities. Under the direction of certified, licensed and ancillary staff, the paraprofessional will assist with instructional activities, behavior support, and personal care as outlined in students' individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Key Responsibilities
External Candidates
Submit your application through the Mid-Michigan Area Public Schools Consortium (MMAPS), Job ID 34916. Application materials should include:
Kearsley High School
up to 37.5 Hours/Week - Student Days - $15.83-$18.83/hour dependent upon qualifications
Position Summary
Kearsley High School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities. Under the direction of certified, licensed and ancillary staff, the paraprofessional will assist with instructional activities, behavior support, and personal care as outlined in students' individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Key Responsibilities
- Support instructional and classroom activities for students with disabilities.
- Implement accommodations and modifications from students' IEPs under staff guidance.
- Participate in IEP Team meetings when requested.
- Reinforce curriculum content and strategies alongside general and special education teachers.
- Assist with note-taking, assignment support, and administering accommodations for assessments.
- Provide feedback during behavior intervention planning and meetings.
- Support behavior intervention plans by implementing interventions and collecting data.
- Operate and assist with adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
- Assist students with lifting, mobility, and positioning, as needed.
- Provide support during meals, playtime, and other daily routines.
- Address students' personal care and health needs.
- Maintain daily communication logs between home and school.
- Ride the special education bus, if assigned, at the start and/or end of the school day.
- Participate in required training and professional development.
- Ensure consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or school administrator.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with staff, students, and families.
- Demonstrated physical and mental stamina for the demands of the position.
- Must pass a LiveScan Criminal Records Check.
- Provide a list of professional and personal references.
External Candidates
Submit your application through the Mid-Michigan Area Public Schools Consortium (MMAPS), Job ID 34916. Application materials should include:
- Letter of interest/cover letter
- Resume
- Transcripts (if applicable)
- Three letters of recommendation
Salary : $16 - $19