The Student support services paraprofessional provides academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students identified as At-Risk and/or receiving Special Education services. This position utilizes a flexible support model, including push-in support within the general education classroom, one-on-one support with individual students or small groups, and resource center support in a structured environment designed to address academic and behavioral needs. The Student Support Paraprofessional works collaboratively with general education teachers, special education staff, and building administrators to promote student success and independence.

 

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Support Services.

 

Salary: Step One $15.71

 

Work Calendar: 184 Days

 

WORK LOCATION: To be Determined

 

Qualifications:

 

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Meet state and federal requirements for paraprofessional certification.
• Experience working with children in educational or support settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to follow teacher/administrator directions, adapt to diverse student needs, and maintain confidentiality.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

• Push-In Model Support
• Provide academic and behavioral support within the general education classroom.
• Assist the classroom teacher with accommodations, modifications, and differentiated instruction.
• Encourage inclusion by supporting student participation in class activities and discussions.
• One-on-One or Small Group Support
• Work directly with individual students or small groups to reinforce skills, re-teach concepts, and provide intervention strategies.
• Assist students in building organizational skills, self-regulation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Collect and maintain data on student progress as directed by teachers or specialists.
• Support Center Model
• Supervise and support students in the Resource Support Center.
• Provide targeted academic assistance and guided practice.
• Implement behavior support strategies and interventions as outlined in student plans.
• Foster a safe, supportive environment conducive to learning and self-regulation.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Work closely with general education and special education teachers to implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and intervention plans.
• Communicate regularly with teachers and staff regarding student progress and needs.
• Participate in professional development and training as required.

 

Working Environment. The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. This position may require occasional evening or weekend work for school events or parent meetings. This position is performed in a standard school classroom environment.

 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any duties requested by his or her management that generally fit within the job’s expectations.

 

Essential Functions of the job as per the Americans with Disability Act (ADA)

 

EVALUATION: The Director of Student Support Services or designee will annually evaluate the performance of the employee.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

 

For consideration send Letters of Interest, resume, transcripts of university credit and/or appropriate certificates, and at least two (2) Letters of Recommendation in the online applications.

 

Questions: Sarah Ogden, Director of Human Resources, sogden@richmond.k12.mi.us

 

 

Non-Discrimination Statement

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, and Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the Richmond Community School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, military status, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual orientation), disability, age (except as authorized by law,) height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment. Should you need to contact someone about discrimination of any kind in the school district, contact the Superintendent at 35276 Division, Richmond, MI 48062.