Instructional Assistant - Lapeer, Michigan

Play a vital role in supporting students and educators across the 2026-2027 school year as a dedicated paraprofessional. This full-time opportunity offers hands-on experience in a variety of settings, working closely with children who have a wide range of needs and learning abilities. Whether placed in a resource, self-contained, or general education classroom, you’ll make meaningful connections with students, helping them succeed both academically and personally.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting one-on-one or in small groups, supporting students with cognitive, emotional, and physical needs in all grade levels.
• Providing essential health aide tasks such as toileting and diapering for students with cognitive impairments.
• Collaborating with teachers and other staff to implement individualized education plans and behavior strategies.
• Adapting to different classroom and student requirements; flexibility on caseload is essential.
• Helping create a nurturing, safe, and structured environment that supports learning and growth.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum of 60 semester hours of college credit (official transcripts required), or
• Associate’s degree or higher, or
• Passing ETS Parapro Assessment (score of 460 or higher), or
• SAT qualifying scores (at least 480 evidence-based reading/writing, 530 math).
• Experience as a paraprofessional or in a school support role is strongly preferred.
• Compassion, resilience, and adaptability when working with students who have varying abilities.
• Willingness to support students’ personal care needs throughout the school day.

This contract position boasts a fulfilling schedule of approximately 37.5 hours weekly, with the potential for varying start and end times depending on building assignment. Virtual interviews make for a streamlined hiring process, and candidates have the opportunity to work throughout the Grand Blanc and Flint communities.

Elevate your career by making a genuine difference for students in need. Take the next step and submit your application today to become a valued paraprofessional for the coming school year!