Paraeducator - Floating Position

Paraeducator

• Floating Position (various classrooms) LOCATION: Clare-Gladwin Area School ASSIGNMENT: All Classrooms (Area School and Early Childhood Special Education Program) REPORTS TO : Classroom Teacher and Principal WAGES: According to the MEA Contract. $14.37 per hour, or higher - based on actual years of experience STARTING DATE: As soon as possible JOB OBJECTIVE: The Paraeducator is responsible for assisting teachers, Itinerant staff and others in the support of instructional, health related, recreation and/or pre-vocational job training activities. The Paraeducator may be assigned to one classroom or to a variety of assignments depending on the needs of the students.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Working knowledge of training techniques, behavior modification, and task analysis.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate with students, parents, community, and peers.
• Ability to understand and work with children of all ages.
• Must demonstrate cooperative and effective communication skills, both oral and written, and apply active listening skills. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Internal Deadline: October 7, 2026 by 4:00 pm External Deadline: Open Until Filled