Job Title: Special Education Paraprofessional (Classroom/One-on-One)
Location: Saginaw Public Schools
Position Type: Support Staff
Date Available: 2025–26 School Year
Closing Date: Until Filled
General Summary:
Saginaw Public Schools Special Education Paraprofessionals are responsible for assisting in the supervision and instruction of a special education classroom and/or special education student(s), under the supervision of a teacher. Candidates must be able to accept supervision, work creatively and skillfully with students, exhibit emotional stability, and demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making. The role also requires physical stamina to assist ambulatory students when necessary.
District-Wide Performance Standards:
The School District of the City of Saginaw, in partnership with parents, students, businesses, and the community, is committed to ensuring the highest level of academic achievement and career planning for all students, the highest-performing organizational structure at all levels, and a safe and effective learning environment for all students.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices
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Knowledge of child development, learning styles, and age-appropriate activities
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Knowledge of special education student behavior patterns and developmental limitations
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Skilled in operating classroom equipment, including educational software
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Skilled in using equipment for students with disabilities
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Skilled in accurate record keeping and remaining composed in difficult situations
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Skilled in written and verbal communication
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Ability to manage students with challenging behaviors
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Ability to schedule activities and maintain data
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Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and work under frequent interruptions
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Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions
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Ability to maintain confidentiality
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Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural, urban setting
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and/or walk, sit, lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 10 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Adapt assignments and classroom materials as directed
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Support instruction under the guidance of the classroom teacher
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Provide basic health/hygiene support as needed
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Assist with student evaluation, testing, and IEP implementation
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Assist with behavioral plans outlined in student IEPs
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Deliver one-on-one or small group instruction
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Monitor student activities and behavior in various settings
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Supervise students during lunch, recess, and field trips
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Maintain clerical records and assist with documentation
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Assist with feeding needs of assigned students
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Report behavioral incidents and support emergency responses
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Provide additional support to ensure an effective learning environment
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Perform other duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Minimum of 60 semester hours at an accredited college/university or a passing score (460 or higher) on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment
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Prior experience working with special education students is preferred
Special Requirements:
Working Conditions:
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Fiscal Responsibilities:
None
Curricula Responsibilities:
Assist the teacher in delivering instructional objectives to special education students, aligned with building-developed goals.
Method of Evaluation:
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s policy on personnel evaluation.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Saginaw Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs.
