About this role
The Midland School District is seeking a caring, dependable one-to-one paraprofessional to support a student with autism throughout the school day. The paraprofessional will help the student participate in classroom learning, routines, and school activities in ways that reflect the student's individual strengths, needs, and support plan.
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the classroom teacher and special education team, follow the student's individualized education program (IEP), and encourage the student's independence, communication, and meaningful participation.
Responsibilities include
- Provide individualized support during classroom instruction, transitions, school activities, and other assigned parts of the day.
- Follow the student's IEP, behavior or safety plans, and directions from the supervising teacher and special education staff.
- Support communication, social interaction, self-regulation, and daily routines using strategies identified by the team.
- Adapt support to the student's needs while promoting choice, dignity, independence, and inclusion.
- Observe and share relevant information about the student's progress and needs with the supervising teacher.
- Maintain student confidentiality and follow school policies and safety procedures.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent AND a passing score on the Praxis Parapro Exam; OR 60 college credit hours; OR an associate's degree from an accrediated college program.
- Experience supporting children or students is preferred; experience in special education or with autistic students is a plus.
- Strong communication, patience, reliability, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow written plans, take direction, and remain calm and supportive in changing situations.
- Ability to complete required background checks and training.