Para-Educator GCI Mechatronics

About Us

At Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) were more than educators. We are innovators collaborators and community builders serving over 64000 students and 8500 educators across the region. Whether its general education special education or career technical education we lead with purpose and partnership to make a meaningful difference every day.

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Position Summary

The Para-Educator is responsible for assisting certificated staff licensed physical therapists occupational therapists and other ancillary staff in the support of instructional health-related recreational and prevocational/job training activities in the assigned area of responsibility for students with disabilities. The Para-Educator may be assigned to one classroom to assist with home visits or as a one-on-one assistant to a student or to a variety of assignments depending on the needs of the students. Para-Educators can perform one or more of these functions as assigned by a supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in related field preferred

Experience: Minimum of 2000 recent and relevant work hours in program related within the past six years preferred. Prior experience working with high school students is desirable.

Skills/Other:

Must meet State of Michigan Department of Human Services Child Abuse and Neglect Registry Clearance as applicable. Ability to accept supervision and directing. Ability to work creatively and skillfully with students. Communicate effectively with students. Ability to utilize district technology and work to main proficiency as required skills sets change with technology and/or needs of the district. Present a professional self-image. Communicate professionally effectively and in a timely fashion. Exhibit dependability. Interact positively with parents caregivers and team members. Cooperate with other district health and safety procedures. Demonstrate physical stamina necessary for lifting and moving students up to 26 years of age; repetitive stooping squatting bending lifting walking kneeling and reaching while maintaining personal balance and stability; implement established behavior improvement intervention plans and perform the essential job duties. Punctuality and good attendance are requirements for the position. Demonstrate honesty integrity and professionalism at all times. Exhibit emotional stability exercise good judgement and make decision in accordance with board and established administrative guidelines.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range:$17.53 - $25.07 hourly commensurate with experience and qualifications

Work Schedule: 186 days / 7 hours daily

Paid Time Off:

• Sick and Personal Business paid time up to 10 days
• Bereavement Leave

Insurance:

Employees are eligible for the following insurance benefits after one full day of employment:

• Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA
• Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)
• Life short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Additional coverages; supplemental benefit options additional life insurance and pet insurance

Retirement: Two plan options through the 15^th largest pension system in the United States Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)

Additional Benefits:

• Professional Development opportunities
• Longevity pay after 10 years of service

Why Grow With Us

• We value each other support one another and celebrate every win.
• We dont just talk about growth we support it with mentorship tuition reimbursement and leadership opportunities that help you shape your future.
• Wellness and support programs that promote a healthy work-life balance including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) wellness opportunities and paid community service time.
• Make a direct impact on the lives of students and families.
• Be a part of an employee-focused culture that believes People are our Greatest Asset.

Genesee Intermediate School District is proud of our inclusive and supportive culture that encourages growth celebrates teamwork and embraces new ideas. Through our mission of leadership service innovation and partnering for success we offer meaningful professional development mentorship and leadership opportunities that help you grow personally and professionally.

Questions Along the Way

If you have questions about the role the hiring process or GISDs culture reach out at any time!

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Genesee Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other protected status in its programs or employment practices.