26-27 Academic Paraprofessionals - Reading - all elementary schools

Academic Paraprofessionals – ReadingDATE: September 10, 2026 POSITION(s): Academic Paraprofessionals – Reading (5 positions) Classification IILOCATION/HOURS: All Elementary Schools– Amanda Moore, Hamilton-Parsons, Hevel, Indian Hills, Washington 8:45 am –4:05 pmSALARY: Per Collective Bargaining AgreementQUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalencyTwo (2) years work experience in the area.Ability to work well with students, the public, and other employees.CPI training required (at the next available session)START DATE: ImmediatelyTO APPLY: Please click on link below to apply for the position: DEADLINEFOR RASPA MEMBERS: September 17, 2026 by 4:00 pmFOR EXTERNAL CANDIDATES: Until filled ___________________ Notice of Non-discriminationIn compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Title II of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, it is the policy of the Romeo Community School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, disability, age, height, weight, genetics or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program, activity, service, or in employment. Any employee or member of the community of Romeo Community Schools, believing to be discriminated against should contact the Director Employee Services, 316 N. Main Street, Romeo, Michigan 48065, View phone number on click.appcast.io.JOB DESCRIPTIONPOSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional – Title I/AcademicUNION AFFILIATION: Romeo Assistants Support Personnel AssociationFLSA STATUS: Non-ExemptFTE STATUS:.50 to 1.00REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building PrincipalGENERAL PURPOSEUnder the direction of the building Principal, the Paraprofessional provides instructional support to students under the direct supervision of a teacher. Title I paraprofessionals may not be assigned non-instructional duties such as supervising playground or cafeteria and may not be assigned to substitute for paraprofessionals in on-Title I positionsESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESContributes toward a positive, professional working and learning environment;Assists in collecting and compiling student scores and records;Assists in planning lessons and activities for smaller groups or individuals under the direction of the teacher;Tutors and assists students individually or in small groups in order to help them master reading and math assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers;Discussing assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instruction efforts;Observing students' performance and recording relevant data to assess progress;Assisting teachers in administration of reading progress;Being flexible and performing other duties relating to general job function as assigned by supervisor;Contribute to maintaining a safe, risk-free working and learning environment;Making the wellbeing of students the fundamental value in all decision making;Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships;Being alert to and reporting the possibility of any substance use, child abuse, or dangerous situation based upon daily observation;Performing all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by supervisors;Responding to all internal and external customers, in a prompt, friendly efficient and patient manner;Participates in district and school initiatives, adheres to building and district school improvement plans;Keep in confidence student records and information as required under FERPA;Adheres to district and school rules and procedures;Conducts behavior to demonstrate collegiality and professionalism;Mandated reporter for Child Abuse and Neglect;Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the position;Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESPosition supervises students.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEComplete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); orObtain an associate's degree (or higher); orMeet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment in the following areas:Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing and mathematics; orKnowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.The State Board of Education approved the following formal assessments by which a paraprofessional may choose to demonstrate this knowledge:Basic Skills ExaminationA passing score on the MTTC Basic Skills TestA passing score of at least 480 on the evidence-based reading and writing section of the SAT and 530 on the mathematics section in lieu of the Basic Skills Examination or the Professional Readiness ExamETS Paraprofessional AssessmentA passing score of 460 is requiredProficiency in all language arts skills areas.Ability to work well with students, the public, and other employees.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, Google, email, etc. is required;Skills to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders, both orally and in writing;Skills necessary to integrate and utilize district technology on a daily basis to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and or the needs of the district;Skills in the use of computer technology for research, data management, communications and other instruction in a networked environment utilizing the Internet and other electronic communication mechanisms;Ability to explain and demonstrate appropriate teaching techniques;Ability to set and meet goals evaluated through ongoing and annual Administrator feedback and achievement of objectives and agreed upon professional/personal goals;Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external contacts;Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.TERMSThe employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The contract, wages and other employment 10/15/2019 conditions will be mutually agreed upon by the Board of Education and the Romeo Assistants Support Personnel Association.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONThe ADA defines "reasonable accommodation" as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job, and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer.Examples of reasonable accommodations may include: Additional modifying equipment or devices; modified work schedules; providing an interpreter; or making the work environment readily accessible to individuals with disabilities.PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is often required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to travel to other