POSITION: Paraprofessional
DEPARTMENT: Elementary
REPORTS TO: Building Principal/Special Education Director
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The paraprofessional will work closely with one or a few students on a regular basis in order to provide
them with the physical help and emotional support they need to gain the full benefits from their
educational placement under the direction of the supervising teacher(s).
Compensation per Tahquamenon Area Schools Support Personnel Association agreement. (Starting
wage is currently $17.50 per hour plus retirement and benefits.)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned.)
1. To assist assigned students in any physical tasks as directed by supervisor.
2. Give reinforcement and support to students in various course subject areas or as directed by
supervisor.
3. Support the teacher on methods, materials and strategies for reinforcements on target students.
Teacher plans all lessons and be responsible for instruction.
4. Aid teacher, when requested, in communication between home and school.
5. Participate in on-going staff development as directed.
6. Communicate regularly with teachers as to students' needs and progress.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Monitor students as they arrive from busses in the morning.
2. Supervise student lunch times as directed.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk or stand. The
employee may be required to offer physical assistance including toileting, or diapering. The employee
may also be required to restrain a child.
