Para-Educator - ECPS

Genesee Intermediate School District • Flint, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Para-Educator is responsible for assisting certificated staff, licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other ancillary staff in the support of instructional, health-related, recreational, and prevocational/job training activities in the assigned area of responsibility for students with disabilities. The Para-Educator may be assigned to one classroom, to assist with home visits, or as a one-on-one assistant to a student or to a variety of assignments depending on the needs of the students. Para-Educators can perform one or more of these functions as assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Physical ability to lift/move students and perform essential duties
• Must meet Michigan DHS Child Abuse and Neglect Registry clearance

Nice To Haves

• College coursework in child development, education, psychology, or special education preferred
• Experience working with children/adults with special needs preferred

Responsibilities

• Assisting certificated staff, licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other ancillary staff in the support of instructional, health-related, recreational, and prevocational/job training activities in the assigned area of responsibility for students with disabilities.
• May be assigned to one classroom, to assist with home visits, or as a one-on-one assistant to a student or to a variety of assignments depending on the needs of the students.
• Can perform one or more of these functions as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Sick and Personal Business paid time, up to 13 days
• Bereavement Leave
• Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA
• Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)
• Life, short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Supplemental benefit options
• Additional life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Two retirement plan options through the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)
• Professional Development opportunities
• Longevity pay after 10 years of service
• Mentorship
• Tuition reimbursement
• Leadership opportunities
• Wellness and support programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness opportunities
• Paid community service time

What This Job Offers

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