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ASD Special Education Paraprofessional
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What they do
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
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True Openings as of 7/17/2026
ASD Special Education Paraprofessional JobID:
16114Position Type:
Special Education/ Special Education Paraprofessional Date Posted:
6/23/2026Location:
Jardon Vocational School (High-Needs School)District:
Hazel Park Schools Building:
Jardon School Position:
ASD Paraprofessional |FTE 1.0 2026-2027
School YearSPECIFICS
Ten-month position, when students are in attendance. Monday- Friday, 7:45 a.m.
- 2:45 p.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should have experience, meet all state requirements and rate high in the following areas: Will have successfully passed the WorkKeys Assessment, prior to July 10, 2017, or the current ETS Assessment, which replaced the WorkKeys Assessment on July 10, 2017 (per NCLB Guidelines), or have completed 2 years of college, official transcripts must be provided within fifteen days of being award this position. You must have the support documentation available to apply for this position. Good communication skills. Ability to follow an individualized behavioral plan, under the teacher/psychologist direction. Good attendance record is expected. Certified in the C.P.I. training and the ability to implement all stages of the training, including the restraint portion of Crisis Prevention, OR, willingness to take the training and implement procedures. Work under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher Ability to communicate with teachers, pupils, parents, and the public in a professional, friendly manner. Ability and willingness to deal with challenging behaviors under the direction of the teacher with poise and professionalism. Maintain confidentiality of work-related information. Ability to work with a diverse group of students with ASD, implementing individualized behavioral plans. Ability to be flexible and take on a variety of assignments within the classroom and the building. Ability to understand that each student may work under an individualized plan that matches the student's learning level. Knowledge of autism and experience and/or training in working with students with ASD is preferred. DUTIES Maintain the confidentiality of all students, staff, and administrative correspondence Perform all assigned tasks in a prompt and professional manner In the absence of immediate administration direction, act in the best interests of the students and the school district Deal with teachers, pupils, parents, and the public with friendliness, tact, and poise Perform other duties and assignments as may be directed by the program administrator or other assigned professional staff members.BENEFITS.
Health insurance. Retirement plan.APPLICATION PROCEDURE.
Application Deadline:
When Filled All interested applicants need to complete and submit the employment application, credentials, and resume.Compensation:
In accordance with the HPPA Salary Schedule.Reports to:
Jardon Building PrincipalWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Hazel Park School District is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, sex, national origin, religion, citizenship, handicap, height, weight, marital status. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties maybe performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 7/17/2026 1:58:55 AM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions- AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions
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