Health Care Paraprofessional

JOB POSTING

Support Staff – Health Care Paraprofessional - Middle School

October 21, 2026

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the administrators, the paraprofessional is responsible for providing healthcare support to middle school students

Qualifications:

Required:

1.Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven organizational skills

2.Demonstrated success as a collaborator and proven team player

3.Demonstrated successful communication skills with students, staff, parent and community

Desired Characteristics:

Previous experience working with children with health care needs

CPR & first aid certified or willing to be certified

Experience using technology

Knowledge of diabetes or willing to be trained

Duties:

Assist with hygiene routines and bathrooming or toileting needs

Ability to perform health care procedures as directed by IEP and student health plan

Assist middle school student in classroom

Basic first aid, assist giving medications & assist with diabetic related care

Maintain student information

Work independently and cooperatively with administrators and teachers

Ability to plan and organize; good work habits

Lift & transport items in and out of equipment, lift items up to 50 #

Willing to participate in professional development

Perform other duties as assigned by administration

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION

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, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK

In accordance with state law and board policy, no person shall be hired to work in contact with children prior to being fingerprinted and passing a criminal records review.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned .

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Start Date & Hours: ASAP, M-F: 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Salary: $18.74 per hour

Apply To: Candidates who are qualified and wish to be considered for this position must submit a Red Rover online application at www.gulllakecs.org that includes a letter and resume.

Questions: Contact - Deanne Austin, Assistant Human Resources, 269-548-3417 or [email protected]

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