Location: Midland High School
Position: Paraprofessional (Welding Lab and Classroom)
Type: Full-Time with Benefits

Work Days & Hours: Monday-Friday; 7 hours per instructional day
Salary: $15/Hour
Start Date: ASAP
Application Deadline: Position open until filled

Position Overview:

Midland High School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Paraprofessional to assist in our Welding Lab and Classroom. This position provides support to both the instructor and students in the learning environment, ensuring that the lab is safe, organized, and conducive to hands-on learning. No prior experience is required, but a basic knowledge of welding technology is helpful.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Welding Instructor with classroom and lab activities.
• Help set up and maintain welding equipment and materials.
• Supervise students during hands-on welding exercises to ensure safety and proper technique.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students as needed.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe lab environment.
• Monitor student progress and assist with classroom management.
• Support the teacher in preparing instructional materials and equipment.

 Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of welding technology and techniques (helpful, but not required).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying skill levels.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Must be reliable, dependable, and safety-conscious.

 

Application Procedure:

 

When applying for a position with the Midland Public Schools, interested candidates must complete an application in order to be considered an official applicant.

 

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.

 

(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.)

 

Thank you for your interest in Midland Public Schools.

 

Midland Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities 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 Superintendent/Human Resources, 600 E. Carpenter Rd., Midland, MI  48640.