Paraprofessional

The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) is a critical part of Michigan’s education system serving the Greater Kalamazoo region and provides specialized services to schools and communities and optimizes resources by centralizing innovative programs and services. We partner with school districts and the broader community to offer essential programs including early childhood education, special education, career learning, and educator development, ensuring that learners of all ages receive the support they need.

We are currently seeking a VCS – Paraprofessional (This position qualifies for a signing bonus up to $1000)at Valley Center School in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

The essential responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

• Knowledge of subject matter, students’ needs, and building/program policies
• Assists with managing difficult behaviors through the use of de-escalation strategies or team restraint when students are in crisis and when in danger of hurting themselves, others, or property.
• Collect data and progress monitor student’s academic interventions and behavior objectives.
• Leads and manages student classroom activities outside of classroom instruction.
• Assists in instruction of students as designed by the teacher. Performs classroom maintenance (cleaning, sanitizing, preparing, fixing) as required.
• Assists with organization of daily classroom schedule and events calendar.
• Implement rules of student conduct through PBIS and specific program expectations.
• Maintains order in classroom and effectively disciplines students through classroom procedures and protocols.
• Keeps attendance, student records, anecdotal observations, evaluations as required by school and teacher.

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma. (Paraprofessional positions for certain programs may require demonstrated competency level -Work keys test or ETS Paraprofessional Assessment- for meeting highly qualified status and /or an associate degree or 60 college credits.)

This is a 10-month calendar position and in job grade 11 with an hourly rate of pay between $15.38 and $22.52.

KRESA employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit offering that includes health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits through Michigan’s Office of Retirement Services, tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness and wellness incentives – all within a supportive and caring culture centered around our values of collaboration, innovation, compassion, integrity, and respect.

A Great Place to Live and Work

Kalamazoo was recently recognized as a great place to live in the 2024 50 Best Places to Live roundup by Money.com. Kalamazoo was noted for its abundant family-friendly activities and appreciation for artisan-crafted goods, as well as the Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship for each Kalamazoo Public School resident graduate that provides up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education.

Notice of Non-discrimination: It is the policy of Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency that no discriminating practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or sexual identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category be allowed during any program, activity, service or in employment. The following position at Kalamazoo RESA has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy: Executive Director of Human Resources. Contact information: 269-250-9200, 1819 E. Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49002.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.38 - $22.52 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $23