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Mid-Michigan Area Public Schools Consortium

Special Education Para-Educator

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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

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Job Description

Openings as of 9/8/2026 force display?

True Openings as of 9/8/2026
Special Education Para-Educator JobID:
34905
Position Type:
Special Education Date Posted:
9/8/2026
Location:
Fiedler Elementary School District:
Kearsley Community Schools Special Education Paraprofessional Fiedler Elementary School up to 37.5 Hours/Week
  • Student Days
  • $15.83
  • 18.
83/hour dependent upon qualifications Position Summary Fiedler Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities. Under the direction of certified, licensed and ancillary staff, the paraprofessional will assist with instructional activities, behavior support, and personal care as outlined in students' individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Key Responsibilities Support instructional and classroom activities for students with disabilities. Implement accommodations and modifications from students' IEPs under staff guidance. Participate in IEP Team meetings when requested. Reinforce curriculum content and strategies alongside general and special education teachers. Assist with note-taking, assignment support, and administering accommodations for assessments. Provide feedback during behavior intervention planning and meetings. Support behavior intervention plans by implementing interventions and collecting data. Operate and assist with adaptive equipment and assistive technology. Assist students with lifting, mobility, and positioning, as needed. Provide support during meals, playtime, and other daily routines. Address students' personal care and health needs. Maintain daily communication logs between home and school. Ride the special education bus, if assigned, at the start and/or end of the school day. Participate in required training and professional development. Ensure consistent attendance and punctuality. Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or school administrator.
Qualifications:
Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with staff, students, and families. Demonstrated physical and mental stamina for the demands of the position. Must pass a LiveScan Criminal Records Check. Provide a list of professional and personal references. Application Process External Candidates Submit your application through the Mid-Michigan Area Public Schools Consortium (MMAPS), Job
ID 34905.
Application materials should include: Letter of interest/cover letter Resume Transcripts (if applicable) Three letters of recommendation Internal Candidates Submit a letter of intent to: Kristi Cummings, Principal, Fiedler Elementary School and Kelli-Ann Fazer , Director of Student Services. Attachment(s): Enter file description Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 9/8/2026 10:12:36 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions
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  • Professional Development