Title I Paraprofessional

Internal & External Job Posting
March 20, 2025
Position Title: Title I Paraprofessional
Job Summary: Litchfield Community Schools is seeking applications for a Title I
Paraprofessional for the 2025-2026 school year. Under the direction of the Title I Coordinator
and a certified classroom teacher, the Title I Paraprofessional provides academic and behavioral
support to students identified as qualifying for Title I services.
Wage: Per the Contract.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support services under the direct supervision of a teacher, including

small group or one-on-one work.

• Assist with classroom management, such as organizing instructional and other materials.
• Conduct parental involvement activities.
• Provide instructional assistance in a computer laboratory.
• Provide support in a library or media center.
• Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as the Superintendent

or his or her designee may assign
Qualification Requirements

• Must complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal ot

60 semester hours) OR

• Obtain at associate’s degree (or higher)

Alternative Education and Experience

• Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved

formal state academic assessment in the following areas:
o Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and
mathematics; or
o Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing
readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.

• Current State Board of Education Approved Assessments

o College Board’s SAT

• Must score at least a 480 on evidence-based reading and writing and a

530 on math
o ETS Parapro Assessment

• A passing score of 460 is required Prior Approved Assessments

o Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) Basic Skills Test
o MTTC Professional Readiness Examination’
o WorkKeys®

• Minimum Scores:
• Reading for Information – 4
• Applied Math – 4
• Writing – 3

o ACT (taken between 1/1/1989 – 10/1/2017)

• Minimum Scores:
• Reading – 22
• Combined English and Writing 22
• Math – 22

o Michigan Merit Examination (MME) (taken between 1/1/2007 and 1/31/2015)

• Minimum Scores:
• Reading – 1108
• Writing – 1129
• Mathematics – 1116
• For minimum requirements and more details on qualifications by assessment, please

review this document from MDE.
Education and/or Experience

• Is knowledgeable on all Title I regulations and requirements.
• Establishes and maintains productive, collaborative relationships with others.
• Builds positive relationships with students, families, and the community; and

creates an environment where all individuals, regardless of background, are
comfortable.

• Relates to students with mutual respect while carrying out a positive and effective

disciplinary program.

• Models district standards of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Applies knowledge of best practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment,

and methods of supporting and extending instruction and student learning.

• Maintains consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.
• Self-motivated; able to accept constructive criticism and grow as a result.

Employment Date, Salary and Work Year
Anticipated start date will be as soon as possible for the 2025-2026 School Year. The
pay will be determined upon hire.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should submit a resume and credentials to Superintendent/Principal Cristina
Eyre at cristina.eyre@litchfieldschools.com and cc Kimberly Langhann at
kimberly.langhann@litchfieldschools.com.
Application Deadline: Until Filled
POSTING LOCATIONS
_ HS _ All Staff Email _ Website
_ MS _ CEA/HCEA President _ MASB
_ ELEM _ MASSP
Litchfield Community Schools does not discriminate in any of its educational programs and services, activities, or
employment practices, on the basis of race, color, religion or ancestry, age sex height, weight, marital status, sexual
preference, disability, or English speaking ability. Direct inquiries to Superintendent of Litchfield Community
Schools, 210 Williams Street, Litchfield, MI 49252. 517-542-2388.