What are the responsibilities and job description for the MTSS Paraprofessional position at Hemlock Public School District?
POSITION OPENING
MTSS Paraprofessional
Required Qualifications:
- Meet requirements for a background check and fingerprinting.
- Alternative applicable qualifications may be considered
- Experience or training in MTSS interventions and progress monitoring preferred.
Job Requirements, Knowledge, and Skills:
- Successful experience working with elementary-aged students.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of content expectations/standards pertinent to the grade level.
- Experience working as part of a collaborative team.
- Can demonstrate proficiency in providing reading/math interventions within the context of a broader MTSS program.
- No health restrictions, able to work with students with physical and/or behavior components of their disability
- Ability to support teachers and MTSS interventionists by implementing intervention plans, collecting and tracking student data, and providing feedback to guide instructional decisions.
- Ability to work flexibly across Tier 2 and Tier 3 intervention groups.
A successful candidate will be able to:
- Relate to and instruct children in large groups, small groups, and individualized settings.
- Develop and use strategies to improve student achievement in all core content areas.
- Effectively utilize classroom discipline strategies while providing positive reinforcement.
- Contribute to a professional learning team.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure student success and a positive school climate.
- Work with students with a range of special needs.
- Support MTSS teams by implementing targeted interventions, monitoring student progress, and helping to maintain fidelity of MTSS frameworks in the classroom.
Salary: As per negotiated district contract.
To apply for positions with Hemlock Public School District, please visit the district website www.hemlockps.com, Employment Opportunities and apply within the desired job posting.
Posted: April 10, 2026
Deadline: May 10, 2026
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The Hemlock Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Direct all inquiries related to discrimination to:
Superintendent’s Office
1095 N. Hemlock Rd.
Hemlock, MI 48626
(989) 642-5282