Medical/Behavioral Paraprofessional

Position Type:
Student Support Services

Date Posted:
4/16/2026

Location:
Paw Paw Later Elementary

District:
Paw Paw Public Schools
Job Posting Dates: April 16, 2026 until filled

Title: Medical/Behavioral Paraprofessional

Location: Later Elementary (Grades 3-5)


Reports to: Later Elementary Principal


Job Type: Full-Time / Hourly / Non-Exempt


Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Associate Degree
• Completed ETS Parapro Assessment with a passing score of 460 or higher
• CPI Certification (preferred)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)

Job Description:

• Implementing instructional accommodations and modifications outlined in the IEP under the direction of the classroom teacher and special education team
• Providing close proximity support during instruction to assist with attention, on-task behavior, and medical response capability
• Recognizing signs of diabetic distress and seizure activity and following response protocols including blood sugar monitoring and seizure management
• Accompanying the student at all times to ensure immediate medical response capability
• Documenting all medical events, interventions, and observations accurately and in a timely manner
• Implementing instructional accommodations and modifications outlined in the IEP
• Implementing behavioral strategies outlined in the PBSP with fidelity and consistency
• Proactively organizing the physical environment to reduce sensory overload, distraction, or injury

Salary/Benefits: Starting at $17.57/hour; per the PPESPA Agreement under the paraprofessional classification


Days/Hours: School Days/8:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (includes a 30-minute unpaid break)


Start Date: As Soon As Possible


How to Apply: APPLY HERE


STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of the Paw Paw Public School District that no discriminatory practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other status covered by federal, state, or local law be allowed during any program, activity, service, or in employment. Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to the Director of Finance or Director of Curriculum/Instruction and State/Federal Programs, 119 Johnson Rd., Paw Paw, MI 49079, View phone number on click.appcast.io.