Paraprofessional - ASD Classroom

Office of Human Resources 248.203.3028 Fax: 248.203.3037 31301 Evergreen Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: Paraprofessional - ASD classroom LOCATION: Adult Transition Program on Seaholm High School campus

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and based on the BAP salary scale POSTING DATE: September 24, 2026

DEADLINE: Until Filled SCHEDULE:

Full-time, 10-Month Position START DATE: Negotiable Job Summary: The Paraprofessional provides assistance to teachers, and other school personnel, in the delivery of quality education and support services for students, in an array of classroom settings. Duties will vary according to the needs of the student(s) from physical assistance and care, to behavior management and academic assistance.

Essential Functions: Works under the supervision of the teacher by assisting student(s) with disabilities on an individual or group basis in the general education and/or special education classrooms with instructional and non-instructional duties as directed. Essential duties may include: Daily Operations & Student Transition Support

• Efficiently manage student transitions by greeting and receiving students from district transportation before instructional hours and safely escorting them back to transportation or after-school activities at dismissal.
• Provide active supervision and necessary physical assistance to students during scheduled lunch periods.
• Accompany the classroom teacher and students on field trips and community-based outings to ensure safety and behavioral support outside the building. Instructional Support & Behavior Management
• Deliver tailored, one-on-one or small-group assistance by reinforcing directions, modifications, and academic instruction originally presented by the classroom teacher.
• Actively engage with students to promote a supportive environment, utilizing positive behavior intervention strategies to redirect behaviors constructively.
• Assist the teacher in preparing, organizing, and setting up instructional work areas, learning centers, and necessary classroom materials. Administrative & Compliance Responsibilities
• Complete accurate daily activity logs and process Medicaid billing documentation in a timely manner according to district and state compliance guidelines.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding student records, personal data, and special education documentation in compliance with FERPA and district policies.
• Qualifications & Education: (1) 60 semester hours of college credit or obtained an associate's degree preferred; or

BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE OF The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a learning/working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic inform ation, disability or age. The District prohibits harassment and other forms of discrimination whether occurring at school, on Dist rict property, in a District vehicle, or at any District related activity or event. The Superintendent will designate compliance officers and develop and implement regulations for the reporting, investi gation and resolution of complaints of discrimination or harassment. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Students - Inquiries related to discrimination on the basis of disability should be directed to: Executive Director of Specialized Instruction and Student Services, 31301 Evergreen Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025, 248.203.3000. Direct all other inquiries related t o discrimination to: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 31301 Evergreen Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025, 248.203.3000.

(2) Met a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrated through a formal state or local academic assessment: (3) Knowledge of, and ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or (4) Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate. (5) Certification or ability to obtain and be trained in crisis management and safe physical intervention such as CPI (crisis Prevention Institute)

Skills:

• Personality and mature judgment to work effectively and harmoniously with both students and adults.
• Competency in all academic areas: reading, writing, spelling and mathematics.
• Good listening and speaking skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions.
• Competency in, and ability to assist students with using, computer programs.
• Knowledge and ability to use effective telephone techniques.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable, and change activities in the classroom as needed in those unexpected situations.

Requirements

• Be able to provide physical support to students with disabilities
• Be able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Be able to assist with health care procedures
• Be able to support students in general education classes
• Be able to support students in the community
• Be willing to attend professional development annually to increase skills to support and intervene with students
• Be able to react and move quickly if a student attempts to elope (run away) or exhibits aggressive, unsafe behavior that requires intervention

In order to be successful in this role, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The essential functions listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and /or ability required.

Method of Application Interested external candidates meeting the above qualifications must complete the online application through the Oakland Human Resources Consortium w ebsite by the deadline listed. Candidates should include a resume and cover letter. The posting can be found at Birmingham Human Resources , click on Vacant Positions, Non- Certified Student Support Services >Paraprofessionals.