Paraprofessional

This position qualifies for a signing bonus up to $1000

Summary:

Assists the teacher in the instruction to students of academic, social, and motor skills in public schools and/or community sites by performing the following duties

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 an 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 include 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 fun and enjoyable culture centered around our values of collaboration, innovation, compassion, integrity, and respect. 

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to reach with arms and hands, stand, walk, bend, twist and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must support and transfer students who are unable to completely bear weight on their own without the assistance of other staff. The employee must, when necessary, be able to physically restrain a student using approved methods in order to maintain the safety of the students and the building staff. The employee must, when necessary, be able to physically transport a student using approved methods in order to maintain the safety of the students and building staff. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Student behavior can be unpredictable and can create a crisis environment. This may include demonstration of physical or verbal threatening and aggression, depression, anxiety and/or violence.

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.

Other Skills:

* Embraces and supports KRESA philosophies related to diversity, inclusiveness, and anti-racism.
* Ability to interact effectively with individuals from a wide range of cultures.
* Ability to discuss cultural differences with colleagues and clients.
* Ability to assess one's own strengths and limitations or challenges and integrate this understanding into interpersonal     interactions.
*Develop and maintain relational capacity with staff and students.
* Ability to communicate and work among a team of colleagues.
* Embraces a teamwork attitude.
* Ability to be flexible and be open minded.
* Be an empathic listener
*Contribute in a positive way to the environment.
* Organized and able to plan ahead
* Show adaptability to frequent changes in the work environment.
*Practices safe work habits.
* Uses equipment and material properly.
* Displays reliable attendance and promptness.
* Ability resolve problems.
* Utilizes effective instructional practices to motivate and engage students in learning
* Maintains confidentiality.

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 Page 2 of 2 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

Salary : $15 - $23