Paraprofessional Level 2 - Academic Support Center

Caledonia Community School District•Caledonia, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position plays a vital role in supporting student success at Duncan Lake Middle School. The primary responsibility is to provide a structured, supportive environment for students serving in-school suspension, lunch detention, or completing assessments in the testing room. The employee will help students remain engaged in their academic work, develop positive behavior skills, and experience success in school. This role requires a high level of independence, professionalism, and a strong commitment to building positive student relationships.

Requirements

This position requires knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through the completion of a high school diploma or Associate’s degree.
A minimum of one to three years of progressively more responsible or expansive experience in a public education setting is preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to work as part of the team
Excellent computer skill
Must maintain confidentiality
Remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District

Nice To Haves

Highly flexible with good attendance
Knowledge of school software systems
Experience working in a school district

Responsibilities

Provide consistent supervision for students who are test-taking or assigned to in-school suspension or lunch detention, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
Take accurate daily attendance for students in testing, in-school suspension, and lunch detention.
Greet students with positivity and professionalism to help establish a welcoming and respectful space.
Support students during reflection periods by discussing behavior, decision-making, and strategies to prevent future issues; collaborate with staff as needed.
Monitor all in-school suspension assignments and offer students encouragement, feedback, and appropriate academic support, including supervising computer work and test-taking.
Supervise testing sessions and provide assistance, such as reading tests aloud when required.
Communicate with teachers to request student work in advance and maintain Work Completion Logs for all students assigned to the room.
Provide clerical support to the main office when needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the principal or assistant principal to support overall school operations and student success.