Academic Paraprofessional - Paraprofessional

Position Type: Non-Certified Student Support Services/Paraprofessional Date Posted: 8/26/2025 Location: Houghton Elementary School District: Waterford School District Additional Information: Show/Hide Position: Academic Paraprofessional - Paraprofessional 31A Location: Houghton Elementary School Minimum Qualifications: * Associates Degree preferred * High School diploma required * Successful experience working with young children * Ability to follow guidance of a lead teacher * Basic computer skills * Demonstrated initiative and energy with ability to quickly adapt to new situations as they arise * Demonstrated ability to work with students and manage behaviors individually or within group settings and in a number of varied learning environments (classroom, lunchroom, etc.) * Demonstrated competency in basic academics areas is required * Ability to maintain student confidentiality at all times * Demonstrated knowledge in the use of computers and email * Ability to effectively relate with students, staff and parents.

* Ability to manage students in individual, small group and whole group situations.

* Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

* Ability to write simple correspondence * Must have ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with various school officials, principals, teachers and office personnel Essential Functions: * Must be able to manage stressful situations * Must be able to communicate effectively * The individual will be responsible for assisting the lead teacher in individual and group instruction, charting of student programs, and supporting student's health and hygiene may be required * Assists lead teacher in supporting classroom instruction * Supervises students during recess and lunch, and attendance in "specials" classes * Assists with loading and unloading of students on buses * Works with small or individual groups to support or reinforce teacher prepared lesson plans or activities * Regular and predictable attendance * Assist with the preparation of materials; clean up after students, etc * Grant-funded position * Other duties as assigned by the lead teacher or the building principal Reports To: Building Principal Workday/Week: Monday - Friday 6 hours per day Starting Date: ASAP Compensation: $14.25 per hour Posting Date: August 26, 2025 Posting Deadline: Until Filled Internal and external candidates may apply by visiting and selecting the icon "Employment" and next, "Job Postings Directory". Include letter of intent, resume, and letter(s) of reference with the application.

Employment is contingent upon receiving all required documentation (e.g., criminal background investigation and fingerprint records.) The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Attachment(s): * Academic Para 31A Houghton 8-26-25.pdf