ECSE Paraprofessional

•Koepsell Early Childhood Center

South Lake Schools

Koepsell Education Center

•Eastpointe, Michigan This job is also posted in South Lake Schools

Job Details

Job ID:

5912471

Application Deadline:

Sep 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

SOUTH LAKE SCHOOLS

ECSE Paraprofessional

•Koepsell Early Childhood Center

Work hours: 5 days per week, hours based on student need (currently 7 hours/day)

Job Goal:

To work closely with pre-school age children with special needs in an effort to provide them with the help and support they need to progress toward selected goals.

Qualifications Include:

• High School diploma and 18 years of age at time of application.
• Associates Degree or successful passage of approved assessments, preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with preschool-age children with special needs.
• Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
• Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find acceptable and appropriate.

Job Requirements (May include but are not limited to):

Supervise students in the restroom when monitoring gross motor play outside of the classroom. Support with bathrooming, toilet training, diaper changes, etc.

Support with transition of students within the classroom and school building

•may include use of verbal, gestural, and/or partial physical prompts.

Assist with snack

•opening containers, preparing water cups, etc., monitor students at tables and with food items.

Copy, laminate, cut out, organize, and/or distribute instructional materials.

Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.

Ability to bend and/or sit on the floor while interacting with children. Must be able to get back up off the floor without risking injury.

Ability to withstand various outside weather conditions while supervising children at play and/or walking them to/from parent/guardian.

Support with Augmentative and Alternative Communication needs of students, following directions of ECSE Teacher and SLP.

Assist in managing student discipline and behavioral needs, reinforcing program expectations and collaborating with staff to support student well-being.

Ability to follow the lead of and work collaboratively with the ECSE Teacher; follow directives provided by the ECSE Teacher including specific language models, task assignments, etc.

Assist with cleaning of toys and furniture after child use.

Help preschool age children on to or off the bus

•may include un/buckling, assisting up or down the stairs, etc.

Anticipate needs of the ECSE teacher, students, and classroom transitions.

Employment Conditions:

Employees shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout their employment with the District.

Employees shall comply with all Board policies and applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including but not limited to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), applicable non-discrimination requirements, and related educational regulations.

Employees shall maintain all required certifications, training, and licensing requirements.

Such alternatives to the above as the Superintendent or designee may find appropriate and acceptable.

ADA Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, staff, administrators, and related service providers.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow lesson plans, schedules, student records, behavioral plans, and written instructions.
• Ability to use computers, educational technology, district software, and standard office equipment.
• Ability to supervise students and maintain awareness of classroom, playground, cafeteria, restroom, and other school environments.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time throughout the workday.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, sit on the floor, and safely return to a standing position while interacting with children.
• Ability to lift, carry, transfer, assist, and support students and classroom materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to assist children with toileting, diapering, feeding, mobility, and other personal care needs as required by student programming.
• Ability to respond appropriately and safely to student behaviors, emergencies, and crisis situations.
• Ability to monitor student activities and provide instructional and behavioral support in a variety of educational settings.
• Ability to withstand varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions while supervising children and participating in school activities.
• Ability to travel between district buildings, classrooms, playgrounds, and school activities as assigned.
• Ability to attend required meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
• Ability to maintain regular, reliable attendance and arrive punctually for assigned workdays.

Employee shall properly implement Board Policies 3122, 4122, and 2260 regarding non-discrimination and comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (34 CFR Part 104) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Terms of Employment:

Class I

•5 to 7 hours per day based on student need.

Compensation:

Entrance Level:

$13.98 per hour

Maximum Level:

$16.28 per hour

(Based on CBA language)

Application Procedure:

Internal and external candidates are required to complete an online application through the South Lake Schools employment website: https://southlake.schoolspring.com/

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

Questions:

Please direct questions to the Human Resources Office at (586) 435-1600.

The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed or ancestry, sex, marital status, genetic information, height, weight, sexual orientation, disability or age. The School District prohibits harassment and other forms of discrimination whether occurring at school, on School District property, in a School District vehicle, or at any School District related activity or event. Furthermore, the Board is committed to equal employment opportunities and the prevention of discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, promotion, and retention of staff. The Superintendent will designate compliance officers and develop and implement regulations for the reporting, investigation, and resolution of complaints of discrimination or harassment. For additional information, contact the Director of Human Resources at 23101 Stadium Blvd., St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, (586) 435-1600.

Position Type:

Part-Time

Salary:

$13.98 to $16.28 Per Hour

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required