What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Special Education Assistant position at Wattles Park Elementary?
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Harper Creek Community Schools
7454 B Drive North - Battle Creek, Michigan 49014
Phone (269) 441-6550 Fax (269) 660-1190
Notice is hereby given that the following positions are anticipated for the 2025-2026 school year in the Harper Creek Community School District, Battle Creek, Michigan.
POSTING DATE:
November 10, 2025
CLASSIFICATION:
Temporary Special Education Assistant
One-to-One Para Educator (Category 3)
LOCATION:
Wattles Park Elementary
SUPERVISOR:
Brent Swan, Principal at Wattles Park
PAY RATE:
Per Master Contract – Step 1 $16.50/hour $.35 for an associate’s degree or higher education or passage of the WorkKeys/ETS/ equivalent test in reading, writing, and math
HOURS OF WORK:
8:30am - 3:45pm (approximate) on student attendance days with ½ hour paid lunch (on campus)
STARTING DATE:
January 5, 2026- June 4, 2026 (Potential to be hired for the 2026-27 School Year)
Please see the following job description for more information on the open position at
Harper Creek Community Schools.
TO APPLY: Visit www.harpercreek.net and follow the Employment Opportunities links.
External Applicants must include the following documents with their electronic application:
- Cover Letter and resume including a review of experience appropriate to the position.
- Up-to-date credentials including at least two (2) recent letters of recommendation.
Deadline for applying: 12pm November 17, 2025
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
Please provide written notice for any special needs accommodation.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Salary : $17 - $35