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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$34,268 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Category Schools - Paraprofessional Job Type Contract Make a meaningful impact in an educational setting supporting students with diverse needs for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time contract opportunity is based near Davison, MI, with the assignment spanning ASAP through mid-June. Positions may involve personalized, 1:1 assistance for students across all grade levels, supporting learning environments ranging from general education to self-contained or resource classrooms for students with cognitive or emotional impairments. Your flexibility is valuable, as placements may vary and the district is open to considering preferences in classroom environments. Day-to-day responsibilities may include academic support, behavior management, toileting and diapering assistance for students with significant needs, and close collaboration with educators and families. Typical schedules are Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week, with building-specific hours between 7:15 am-4:15 pm. What we're looking for: Experience as a Paraprofessional or in a similar support role within schools Flexibility to assist in a range of classroom settings, including severe and mild-moderate environments MINIMUM of 60 college credit hours (must provide official university transcript), OR Associate's degree or higher, OR Passing score on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment (460+), OR Passing College Board SAT score (480+ reading/writing, 530+ math) Willingness to assist students with self-care needs, including toileting/diapering Professionalism, adaptability, and a student-centered mindset Why consider this role? Make an immediate difference for students who need your support Engage in dynamic educational experiences across a variety of classroom settings Develop valuable skills while working as part of a collaborative school environment Opportunity to shape a positive, meaningful school experience for children and teens Take the next step in your career—if you meet the listed criteria and are ready for a rewarding school-based opportunity, apply today to be considered for this contract position! Virtual interviews available. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled