Job SummaryThe Special Education Paraprofessional works one-on-one with students receiving special education support.Assignment InformationPart-TimeUp to 29 HoursWeekMonday - Friday when instruction is in session15.50Hour - Starting wage is based on the current Midland Federation of Paraprofessionals Master Bargaining AgreementAssignment Functions and ResponsibilitiesThe job is not limited to any or all of the following functions and responsibilities11 Special EducationStudent SupportOther duties as assignedQualifications and EducationMust have high school diploma or equivalentCPRFirst Aid certified preferred willing to be provided trainingEssential Skills and AbilitiesThe job is not limited to any or all of the following skills and abilitiesProven organization and time management skillsDependable AttendanceAbility to explain curriculum expectations following directive from teacherAbility to work professionally with staff students parents and other providersAbility to provide positive guidance to students in a manner that communicates dignity and respectBasic understanding of technologyAbility to assist with personal care needsAble to sit stand bend and walk frequentlySome lifting may be requiredExperience andor knowledge of behavioral management techniques Come join Midland Public SchoolsThe District is uniquely linked to and intertwined with the surrounding community and boasts a strong tradition and expectation of exceptional academics. Midland Public Schools holds a high concentration of STEM-degreed individuals and readily offers business needs for strong-skilled trades. The district is located adjacent to the world headquarters of Dow Chemical as well as large employers such as MyMichigan Health Dupont and Corteva. Midland provides big-city amenities with a small-town feel and is the home to Midland Center for the Arts Greater Midland Community Center Great Lakes LoonsDow Diamond Dow Gardens and the Whiting Forest home of the 1400-foot-long canopy walk soaring up to 40 feet above the ground.Please visit the Midland Public Schools website for more information and enjoy the Midland Awaits video where you&rsquoll learn more about why Midland is the perfect place to work live and playApplication ProcedureWhen applying for a position with the Midland Public Schools interested candidates must complete an application in order to be considered an official applicant. Internal candidates Please feel free to complete the shorter internal application if you have access to a networked school computer otherwise the detailed application will be necessary.To complete the application process you will need to complete the online application at www.midlandps.org. Your application will be retained in active status for one school year. If your qualifications meet our needs we will contact you for further information and a possible interview. Please do not send paper documents When completing your application you will submit your documents electronically. If you cannot upload your documents be prepared to provide this information should you be called for an interview. Note You assure that we have a complete record of your candidacy if you upload all materials yourself.Thank you for your interest in Midland Public SchoolsMidland Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity marital status familial status genetic information age weight height national origin disability or other legally-protected characteristic in its programs activities or employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies Associate SuperintendentHuman Resources 600 E. Carpenter Rd. Midland MI 48640.The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout hisher employment in the district.District administration reserves the right to alter or amend job descriptions at any time. This job is not limited to any or all of the listed qualifications or functions.