Special Education Paraeducator - 8 Hour

Dexter Community Schools • Dexter, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Paraeducator works in collaboration with the instructional team to support students with disabilities in academic instruction, physical activities, life skills, and personal care. The role assists teachers with daily classroom activities, supports students’ physical and emotional health and safety, builds on student strengths, and promotes independence and self-advocacy. The position also includes daily work in Community Education’s After Care program, providing supervision, support, and engaging activities in a safe, welcoming environment before and/or after the regular school day.

The position is based at Dexter Early Elementary Complex and may require support at additional buildings or programs as needed for student or administrative needs. It is scheduled for 8.00 hours per day, with an unpaid 35-minute lunch period. Daily hours may range from 6:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and will not exceed eight hours. Working days, not to exceed 203, are determined by the school and Community Education calendars.

Compensation is $17.62 per hour or the applicable step of the current DESPA Salary Schedule. The position is eligible for medical/health benefit plans through the Health Plan Purchasing Consortium and includes paid leave days, a pension plan through the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS), and 403B and 457 retirement savings plans.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to work with parents, students, and staff.
• Criminal background check through LARA; applicants without approval may be considered if willing to initiate and complete the required process.
• Computer skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and identify and solve problems.
• Consistent and prompt attendance.
• Familiarity with various stages of school-age child development.
• Ability to perform required bending, lifting, and overhead work.

Responsibilities

• Support students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), including academic, behavioral, related-service, and physical-hygiene supports.
• Work under the direct supervision of a general or special education professional.
• Assist the instructional team with developing work assignments, job responsibilities, and services for students with disabilities.
• Assist with implementing personal care and instructional programs and managing student behavior.
• Supervise and support students in the Community Education After Care program, facilitate activities, maintain a safe environment, and support positive student interactions.
• Maintain student confidentiality.
• Assist with administering assessments as needed.
• Support implementation of planned lessons.
• Maintain behavioral and instructional logs.
• Monitor student goals and objectives and communicate student progress.
• May supervise groups in Before Care, Camp Dexter, during Teacher Professional Development Days, or during school closures.
• Perform event set-up or clean-up when required and complete other tasks as assigned.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

Benefits

• Eligible for medical/health benefit plans through the Health Plan Purchasing Consortium.
• Paid leave days.
• Pension plan through the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS).
• 403B and 457 retirement savings plans.

What This Job Offers

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