POSITION: Special Education Paraprofessional
Comstock Elementary School
SALARY: Dependent on years of school paraprofessional experience
Paid time off
Single subscriber health insurance
Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
Paid Spring Break Vacation
State retirement plan
AVAILABLE: Immediately
EDUCATIONAL
REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma and one of the following:
Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development
Center-Based Preschool CDA credential
Existing 120 Hour approval
A minimum of one course that earns college credit in child development or early childhood education, and the ability to obtain a Child Development Associate Credential within 24 months from the date of hire
Will work with employees to acquire needed skills
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist teacher in the instruction of 4 year old children of all abilities
Assist teacher in planning and implementing a healthy, safe, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool children
Assist teacher in implementing a curriculum that promotes developmental gains toward the attainment of life skills
Assist with using assessment data to inform whole-group instruction, small-group, and individual instruction
Communicate with parents regarding the progress of students and include them in setting curricular goals for their child
Implement Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) in the classroom
Assist with maintaining accurate and up-to-date child records
Work with parents to promote positive parent/child relationships, including family events in the classroom and take-home activities
Attend professional development opportunities and required trainings
Assist students with self-care and hygiene needs
Champion and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
Other duties as assigned by administration
Perform essential job functions as specified for this position
If interested, complete an Applitrack application at http://www.applitrack.com/comstockps/onlineapp
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of Comstock Public Schools that the district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), marital status, disability, or any other legally prohibited basis in admission or access to district employment, programs, events, or activities. Jill Ansel at Comstock Public Schools have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy. Contact information: 269-250-8911, 6138 King Highway, Kalamazoo, MI 49048.
6138 King Highway | Kalamazoo, MI 49048 | 269-250-8911 | www.ComstockS.oPrg/hr