Short Term One-on-One Paraprofessional (Edustaff)

Position Type:Non-Certified Student Support Services/ParaprofessionalDate Posted:2/23/2026Location:Simonds ElementaryDistrict:Lamphere SchoolsLamphere Schools is contracting the services of Edustaff for short term Paraprofessional staff. Position: Paraprofessional-(short-term/6-week assignment) provides academic and behavioral support to studentsLocation: Simonds ElementaryWage: $15.25/hrMinimum Qualifications:High School graduate, or equivalentorAdvanced training in a community college or degree-granting institution whose special education instructional aide training program has been approved by the departmentExperience working with students with emotional impairments, autism spectrum disorder, cognitive impairments, and/or physical disabilities, or equivalent experienceWillingness and ability to conduct necessary physical management and physical care procedures with the students, including activities of daily living, monitoring of medical conditions, and implementing medical procedures for which training has been providedWillingness to be trained in CPR, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention techniques, and necessary medical procedures.Good health, stamina for assigned duties, and positive attitude toward studentsWillingness and ability to work with students with aggressive and/or anti-social behaviors, e.g., threatening, hitting, kicking, biting, spitting, etc.Ability to withstand the stress of the positionWillingness and ability to manage students in both school and community-based instructionBasic computer literacy and operational knowledge of instructional support equipment (video, laminator, copying, projectors, etc)Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptableResponsibilities:Assist in preparation, implementation and record-keeping of instructional activities under the direction of teachers and ancillary staffUnder the direction of the teacher, conduct assigned training activities with small groups of students at various sites, including locations other than the classroom, such as the library, cafeteria, hallways, bathrooms, community-based instruction settingsProvide instructional assistance under the direction of classroom teacher and ancillary staffSupervise and monitor the physical condition of students with such conditions as diabetes and seizure disorders and implement medical procedures as assigned by supervisorProperly implement behavior management plans, including crisis intervention procedures. This is likely to include physical management of students.Assist in extensive data collection related to behavioral analysis, physical function and instructional progress as directed by professional staffParticipate in professional development, student staffings, program committees and other meetings as directed by supervisorCare for instructional materials when appropriateEnter data and prepare reports on computer as designated by teachers and ancillary staffMust demonstrate reliability and punctuality, with a strong record of consistent attendance. Regular and dependable presence during school hours is essential.All staff members are expected to maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward one another at all times.Other duties as assignedQualified Applicant Procedure:Certified Positions click hereNon-Certified Positions click hereSelected candidates will be required to have a district paid fingerprint criminal history check processed through the Michigan State Police and FBI.