Paraprofessional

Para Professional

The Manistee ISD has a Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant vacancy. This position offers single subscriber health, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance or opt out payment in lieu of health of $6,000 per year. If interested, please send resume and letter of interest to Devin Wegner, HR Coordinator: or apply online. Manistee ISD is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and does not discriminate in the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment, nor does it condone sexual or other harassment, on account of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, height, weight, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or other protected categories under federal or applicable state or local law. Under this policy, equal employment opportunity is required in recruitment, hiring, training, and development, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Qualifications

Trained in Crisis Prevention Management preferred Ability to consistently lift and carry 50 pounds Knowledge of physical, cognitive, and emotional impairments desirable High School diploma required Must pass drug test Must pass pre-employment physical

Performance Responsibilities

Interact with students and supervise classroom activities, playground, lunchroom Work in a consistent and individualized manner with students Willingness to work in areas of: self help (toileting, diapering, dressing, feeding), medical procedures (gastric tube feedings tracheotomy care) and administering of medication per district policy Keep classroom records (attendance, behavior documentation, lunch count) Understand and follow policy on confidentiality Willingness to deal with a wide range of student behaviors Interact appropriately with the public Work effectively as a team player Understand and implement emergency medical procedures as needed Demonstrate a calm demeanor during crisis situations Willingness to acquire and develop knowledge of computer technology Willingness to be trained in assistive technology and/or sign language Willingness to acquire and develop knowledge of computer technology Direct students in Community Based Instruction/outdoor education/physical education Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or teacher Represent MISD with respect, dignity and professionalism at all times

Employment terms: 182 days during the school year, in accordance with district policies and procedures

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated by the classroom teacher and supervisor.