Paraprofessional

BERRIEN REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE AGENCY
Position Announcement

Job Title:

Paraprofessional

Location:

Blossomland Learning Center

Start Date:

Immediately

Salary Range/

Level:

Per the Master Agreement

Terms of

Employment:

Date Posted:

October 8, 2026

Application Deadline:

When filled

Application

Process:

A COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. (See application instructions at https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1002)

Berrien Regional Education Service Agency

Berrien RESA is a dynamic organization committed to providing a wide variety of quality educational supports to school districts, children and families. We coordinate and deliver services and programs focused on student achievement, leadership and collaboration to advance excellence in education. Inclusion and fairness are important to our organization. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups (e.g. race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, etc.) that will contribute to the enrichment of ideas and perspectives and best support those we serve.

FB: @berrienresa LinkedIn: Berrien RESA Insta: @berrienresa Web: www.berrienresa.org

Job Description

What You Will Do:

Effectively participate in meetings, committees, staffings and other required district and building activities

Carry out instructional support and training activities with students under the direction of the teacher in the school setting, on Community Based Instruction (CBI)/job sites or in the home

Assist in planning and implementation of educational activities. The paraprofessional, as directed by the teacher, will be responsible for the supervision of the student(s) and will direct, assist, and instruct the student(s) as appropriate.

Manages and instructs students on appropriate behavior using positive behavior support strategies consistent with Board policy and procedures.

Assist students in meeting self-help, health and behavior needs including toileting and personal care needs.

Help maintain instructional area, supplies, equipment and facilities in a clean/safe condition. Includes cleaning and disinfecting the classroom environment

Assist teachers and support staff in preparing materials, housekeeping, record keeping and data collection relative to student progress.

Provides instruction and training on an individual student basis and in small or large groups.

Participates in special instructional activities to meet program and student goals (e.g. loading/unloading buses, physical education, swimming, playground supervision, pre-vocational training, transitioning to adult literacy, therapeutic activities, etc.).

Regularly lifts 50 lb. individually and or pushes over 100 lb. students

Understand and be aware of medical needs of students and following medical protocol under the supervision of a nurse as appropriate

Maintain confidentiality

Follows established policies/procedures re: students medical concerns, safety, student rights, emergency/disaster plans and so forth.

Regular and predictable attendance

Under the general supervision of the Building Supervisor

Need to Have:

High school graduate or equivalent

Advanced training in a field related to child care and/or a minimum of two years experience as an aide or equivalent experience.

Demonstrated competencies in areas of interpersonal relationships, communication and organization

Possess a valid Chauffeur’s license

CPR certification preferred

What We Offer:

Competitive wages

Health Insurance plan

Dental, vision and life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid leave time

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

District-supported professional development

Working Conditions:

Works in a school or office environment.

The preceding data is intended to convey information about the job and its responsibilities, and is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities and working conditions associated with it.

Notice of Non-discrimination

Berrien RESA and our Board of Education do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to Human Resources, Berrien RESA, 711 St. Joseph Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI 49103. Telephone 269-471-7725, fax 269-471-2941.

19