Special Education Paraprofessional
Williamston Community Schools
Full-time
On-site
POSTING DATE: June 6, 2025
POSITION: Special Education Paraprofessional
REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education and Building Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associates degree and/ or completion of 60 hours of instruction of higher education and/ or be able to demonstrate through State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff
- Ability to learn and implement new strategies or procedures to assist students
- Ability to adjust quickly to meet student needs
- Strong communication skills
- Physical abilities sufficient to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and/or lift
- Willingness to be trained in CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention) and implement as needed
- Willingness to be trained in medical protocols for students
- Excellent attendance on assigned workdays
- Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work as a member of multiple student teams
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist students academically, behaviorally, and medically in a school setting
- Preparation and adaptation of instructional materials under the direction of teachers
- Implementation of students’ academic, medical, and positive behavioral support plans
- Work as a team member supporting program, building, and district practices and policies
- Supervise students in non-structured settings including arrival, dismissal, recess, lunch, and hallways
SALARY: Per Paraprofessional Master Agreement
STARTING DATE: August 12, 2025
SEND LETTER OF INTEREST AND RESUME TO OR APPLY ONLINE @:
Williamston Community Schools
ATTN: Special Education Paraprofessional
418 Highland Street
Williamston, MI 48895
DEADLINE: Until Filled
Williamston Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer