Assignment:

• Paraprofessional, 1:1 Special Education
• Lunch Supervision and Student Support
• 29 hours/week
• Must be Highly Qualified (have 60+credit hours or passing score on ETS Paraprofessional Assessment) - for information on taking this assessment, please contact hr@midlandps.org
• Starting pay for 24-25 school year: $15.00/hour

Job Summary:

The Special Education Paraprofessional works one-on-one with students receiving special education support.

Responsibilities:

• Support for special needs students.
• Lunch supervision.
• Access to support.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven organization and time management skills
• The ability to provide positive guidance to students in a manner that communicates dignity and respect.
• The ability to explain curriculum expectations following directive from the teacher.
• The ability to work professionally with staff, students, and other providers.
• Basic understanding of technology
• Dependable attendance

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to sit, stand, bend, and walk frequently.
• Must be able assist students with physical needs, lifting with assistance may be required.

Application Procedure: When applying for a position with the Midland Public Schools, interested candidates must complete an application 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.