What are the responsibilities and job description for the PARAPROFESSIONAL position at Grand Blanc Community Schools?
Paraprofessional – Instructional Support
Hamady Middle School - 1
District: Westwood Heights Schools
Position Type: Support Staff
Start Date: 2025–2026 School Year
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Position Overview
Westwood Heights Schools is seeking dedicated (1) one Paraprofessional to provide instructional and behavioral support to students under the supervision of certified staff. This role is essential in helping students access learning, stay engaged, and succeed academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities
Westwood Heights School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, or any other protected status.
Hamady Middle School - 1
District: Westwood Heights Schools
Position Type: Support Staff
Start Date: 2025–2026 School Year
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Position Overview
Westwood Heights Schools is seeking dedicated (1) one Paraprofessional to provide instructional and behavioral support to students under the supervision of certified staff. This role is essential in helping students access learning, stay engaged, and succeed academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students individually or in small groups to reinforce learning
- Assist teachers with classroom preparation, organization, and supervision
- Monitor student behavior and provide guidance during transitions and non-instructional periods
- Help implement instructional plans and accommodations
- Maintain confidentiality and promote a respectful, inclusive environment
- Collaborate with staff to support diverse student needs
- Serve as a resource for substitute teachers when needed
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum of 60 college credit hours from an accredited institution
- Experience working with school-aged children preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow directions and work independently
- Must be able to successfully complete a background clearance check in accordance with Michigan law (Section 1230g)
- Up to 37.5 hours per week
- Workdays follow the student attendance calendar
- Compensation per district support staff contract
Westwood Heights School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, or any other protected status.