Paraprofessional MOS- I1- Category II Classification A (2025-26 school year)

Work Schedule: School year only; 5.75 hours per day

Reports to: Building Principal unless otherwise noted

General Purpose

The Paraprofessional is to assist the teacher with the implementation of Individual Education Programs of students identified with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the teacher to provide direct instruction to the students providing the Paraprofessional guidance in a variety of areas. The role of the Paraprofessional is to work in a supportive capacity as part of a team to meet the needs of each student. Teacher assistance may be provided across multiple settings such as special education classrooms general education classrooms and other designated learning environments within the school or addition Paraprofessionals assist with classroom procedures that may include but are not limited to; educational support mobility support vocational support behavior support assistance with functional skills and physical or occupational therapy support.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Maintain student and staff confidentiality
• Comply with standard rules regulations and procedures assigned by Building Principal
• Be part of the total support team for students and staff
• Be professional when dealing with students staff and parents
• Support the teacher and related staff who provide service for the student
• Support the educator/teachers overall goals and objectives for each individual student
• Aid in the development and maintenance of a positive work environment
• Communicate concerns to the administrator or assigned teacher in a timely and professional manner
• Be on time and maintain good attendance report to the requested area or work site
• Attend in-services upon notification when provided during a school day
• Request teacher support when necessary or when more explanation is needed
• Communicate important information to the teacher concerning the student
• ED positions require the ability to complete CPI training
• MOpositions require assistance with students hygiene

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 60 college credit hours or passing score on the Para Pro Exam
• Previous experience working with students. Desire to make a positive difference and be a positive influence in students lives. Understanding and experience in an educational setting. Positive employment history and recommendations from a previous supervisor.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Scope: $13.52 per hour plus $2.50per hoursupplement

Benefits: Per MCESP Agreement

The Michigan City Area Schools does not discriminate on the basis of the Protected Classes of race color national origin sex (including transgender status sexual orientation and gender identity) disability age religion military status ancestry or genetic information which are classes protected by Federal and/or State law (collectively Protected Classes). This includes the Corporations employment opportunities programs and/or activities or if initially occurring off Corporation grounds or outside the Corporations employment opportunities programs and activities affecting the Corporations environment. For further information clarification or complaint please contact the MCAS School Administration 408 S. Carroll Avenue Michigan City Indiana 46360 at for Title IX (gender equity related issues); or Special Education Director 408 S. Carroll Avenue Michigan City Indiana 46360 at for Section 504 (non-discrimination/disability issues and Americans with Disabilities). Any other information concerning the above policies may be obtained by contacting the Superintendent Dr. Wendel McCollum 408 S. Carroll Ave. Michigan City Indiana 46360 at .

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority