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SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL - Local-Based Special Education

Monroe County Intermediate School District -
Monroe County, MI

Job Details

Full-time
$17.13 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Food provided

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Monroe County Intermediate School District

1101 S. Raisinville Road

Monroe, Michigan 48161-9047

Preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s world. www.monroeisd.us

POSITION POSTING #5706

Posting Date: April 16, 2026

Position Title: Local-Based Special Education Paraprofessional

Position Title: Hollywood Elementary – Monroe Public Schools

Reports To: Special Education Program Supervisor/Regional Director

Salary/Benefits: Starting hourly wage, as specified in the MEA-ESPA Agreement wage

schedule:

$17.69 for Paraprofessional 1 or $17.13 for Paraprofessional 2,

dependent upon credentials; single medical, dental and vision benefits

according to Master Agreement with the ESPA ;

Available: 2026-2027 School Year. Full-time, school year position

Schedule: 8:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Monday through Friday

Lunch break: duty free non-paid, or non-duty-free paid lunch break (30

minutes) as determined by assignment.

Work schedule based on district calendar.

Probation Period: Ninety (90) working day probationary period.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Closing Date: April 22, 2026, for internal candidates

Job Summary:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or

ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties:

Participate as a member of staff teams addressing the education process of students

with disabilities.

Maintain a professional relationship with all school personnel who are involved in the

educational process of students with disabilities.

Demonstrate warmth, concern, care, enthusiasm and interest in student well-being.

The Monroe County Intermediate School District does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, disability, age, height, weight, marital status or familial status in its programs, activities or in employment. The following person has been designated to handle
inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Anya Lusk, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Legal Counsel, 1101 S. Raisinville Road, Monroe
Michigan 48161; Telephone: 734.322.2640.

Job Description Continued

Maintain a physical classroom environment that is conducive to the learning process

including cleanliness, organization of supplies and materials, and management of
required forms and records.

Make effective use of instructional materials and demonstrate effective methods of

instruction to ensure that the individual student performance levels, needs, and abilities
are addressed.

Conduct oneself in a professional manner and maintain a positive image during the

workday and at all work-related activities.

Abide by all district policies and procedures and demonstrate competencies specified in

the Michigan Special Education Rules and Regulations.

Exhibit flexibility and patience when dealing with staff and students.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner and maintain a positive image during the

workday.

Under the direction of the classroom teacher, assist with planning, development and

implementation of instructional, behavioral, and therapeutic activities including
implementation of technology based instructional activities.

Assist in the preparation of instructional materials for teaching and for display in the

classroom.

Under the direction of the teacher, evaluate student performance using formal and

informal assessment activities and measurements.

Under the supervision of the classroom teacher, independently lead small group

activities.

Implement use of technology to assist with student communication and instruction

(Assistive devices, augmentative communication devices, and computer software).

Assist instructional staff in the supervision of students in the gym, on the playground,

while loading and unloading buses, during school outings and in all other environments
associated with the school day.

Maintain student behavior through appropriate and approved implementation of positive

behavioral supports and approved intervention techniques.

Perform non-instructional tasks such as clerical work, material development, etc.
Attend/participate in staff meetings, team meetings and other meetings as appropriate

and requested.

Understand and be aware of the medical needs of students and follow/implement the

health service plan(s) under the supervision of a nurse as appropriate.

Assist students in meeting self-help, health and behavior needs including toileting and

personal care needs.

Consistently implements universal precautions to assist with maintaining a healthy

school environment, personal health, and the health of each student including sanitizing

classroom equipment and other areas as assigned.

May apply Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) techniques with students.
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable daily transportation. May transport

students on occasion using district vehicles.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, waist high (lifting test required).
Regular in-person attendance.
Carry out all other responsibilities that may be assigned by the teacher or supervisor.

Job Description Continued

Credentials:

Paraprofessional 2: Minimum High School diploma or GED, required.

Paraprofessional 1: Minimum High School diploma or GED, required, and

Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours or WorkKeys or ETS ParaPro Assessment with the

minimum Michigan passing score or higher or College Board’s Scholastic Aptitude Test

(SAT) with the minimum passing score or higher.

Experience:

Previous experience working with special needs children preferred.

Skills/Other:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.
Ability to interact with staff and parents.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with special needs students.
Good verbal, math and grammar skills.

Ability to perform all duties with an awareness of all district requirements and Board of

Education policies.

Criminal History Check: Upon hire, employees of the Monroe County Intermediate School

District are fingerprinted for a Michigan and FBI criminal history

check. The processing fee of $42.00 is the responsibility of the

applicant.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by

an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk,

sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel

objects, and stoop, kneel or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include

close vision and peripheral vision. The employee needs to be able to tell where a sound

is coming from and to hear in a noisy environment. The employee may occasionally lift up

to 50 pounds such as student equipment and wheelchairs. The employee will be required

to physically manage students.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an

employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

Job Description Continued

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud and is a standard

acceptable level for this environment. The employee is frequently required to interact with

the public and other staff. The employee must work with public and other staff,

continuously meeting multiple demands from several people.

Application Procedure: All interested applicants (internal and external) apply by

clicking on the following link:

Contact Information: Monroe County Intermediate School District

Human Resources and Legal Department
1101 South Raisinville Road
Monroe, Michigan 48161

(734) 322-2642 (Application Assistance)
(734) 322-2640 (Questions about Postings)

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