Special Education Paraprofessional

Vicksburg Community Schools, a premier K-12 public school district in southern Kalamazoo county, is accepting applications for a Special Education Paraprofessional -Middle School.

Our district serves over 2600 students in one high school, an alternative high school, one middle school, and three elementary schools and employs approximately 160 teachers and 200 other employees to meet the needs of our students. Vicksburg Schools has a strong sense of community, demonstrated in the commitment to providing excellent schools and education for our children.
This position works 6.5 hours per day Monday-Friday, 7:35 AM to 2:35 PM, student attendance days only. Times may vary slightly

Qualifications:

• Associates (or higher) degree, or have two years of college (60 credits), or have successfully passed the ETS Paraprofessional exam preferred
• Must have a good attendance record.
• Must possess good decision-making skills.
• Must be willing to grow professionally.
• Must be flexible in work assignments.
• Must demonstrate sociability and warmth in attitude toward students, other employees, and the supervisor.

Duties:
Under the direction of the classroom teacher and/or the Building Principal, provides instructional support in mathematics to small groups and individual students. Monitoring student behavior and attending to the student’s needs as required.


After reviewing the qualifications and responsibilities of the available position, interested candidates must complete the on-line application and attach a cover letter and resume.