Level III Classroom Paraprofessional

Oakland Schools • Hazel Park, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hazel Park School District is seeking a Level III Classroom Paraprofessional for Hazel Park Junior High School. This is a regular school year position, 5 days per week, from 7:40 AM to 3:10 PM, serving grades 6-8. The role involves working with students with diverse needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and significant cognitive impairments, implementing individualized behavioral plans. The school district is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination.

Requirements

• Shall have at least a high school diploma
• Good communication skills
• Good attendance record is expected
• Certified in the C.P.I. training and the ability to implement all stages of the training, including the restraint portion of Crisis Prevention, OR, willingness to take the training and implement procedures
• Ability to communicate with teachers, pupils, parents, and the public in a professional, friendly manner
• Ability and willingness to deal with challenging behaviors under the direction of the teacher with poise and professionalism
• Maintain confidentiality of work related information
• Ability to understand that each student may work under an individualized plan which matches their learning level, which includes significant cognitive impairments along with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Autism and experience and/or training in working with students with ASD is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher
• Ability to follow an individualized Behavioral Plan, under the teacher/ psychologist direction
• Ability to work with a diverse group of students with ASD, implementing individualized behavioral plans
• Maintain the confidentiality of all students, staff, and administrative correspondence
• Perform all assigned tasks in a prompt and professional manner
• In the absence of immediate administration direction, act in the best interests of the students and the school district.
• Deal with teachers, pupils, parents, and the public with friendliness, tact, and poise.
• Perform other duties and assignments as may be directed by the program administrator or other assigned professional staff members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED