Paraprofessional - Intervention

Portage Public Schools•Portage, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraprofessional - Intervention works in the Student Support Room at West Middle School, providing a structured, supportive environment where students can address behavioral concerns, develop self-regulation skills, and prepare to return successfully to their regular learning environment. The role collaborates with administrators, teachers, counselors, and support staff to promote student accountability, reinforce schoolwide expectations, and support positive behavior through short-term interventions and restorative practices. The position is 7.5 hours per day and pays $18.00 per hour. The duties listed are representative, not exhaustive, and may include other assigned duties. Regular and consistent attendance is required.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
The equivalent of 2 years of college (60 semester credits), an Associate’s degree or higher, or successful completion of the MDE-approved Paraprofessional standards test (ETS).
Experience working with children.
Demonstrated interpersonal communication abilities.
Patience and willingness and ability to learn new skills and take direction.

Responsibilities

Supervise students assigned to the Student Support Room, maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
Implement short-term behavioral interventions that help students reflect, reset, and return successfully to their regular learning environment.
Help students identify inappropriate behaviors, understand their impact, and develop strategies for making positive choices.
Use restorative practices, relationship-building strategies, and appropriate de-escalation techniques to support student growth and self-regulation.
Facilitate student reflection and problem-solving conversations that promote accountability and positive decision-making.
Support students in developing strategies for transitioning back into the classroom and continuing their school day.
Reinforce schoolwide behavioral expectations and consistently implement established building procedures and protocols.
Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, and support staff to address behavioral concerns and identify appropriate interventions.
Provide academic and organizational support to students when appropriate during their time in the Student Support Room.
Maintain accurate documentation of student referrals, interventions, behavioral concerns, and student progress.
Communicate with teachers and building administration about student participation, recurring behavioral concerns, and readiness to return to class.
Identify patterns of student behavior and share relevant information with administration to support ongoing intervention efforts.
Support implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and other building-wide student support initiatives.
Follow established procedures for student supervision, safety, confidentiality, and communication, including notifying administration when additional support is needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.