Para Educator

2026/2027

Job Posting ID: 64 

Posting Type: Internal/External

Posting Date: July 20, 2026

Position: Para Educator 

Classification: MCCAA                                                                    

Openings: 

• Marquette Elementary – 3 vacancies  
• Bunker Elementary – 4 vacancies
• Charles Hackley Middle School – 2 vacancies
• Muskegon High School – 2 vacancies 

Reports to:  Building Principal or Designee

Deadline to Apply: Until filled  

Position Available:  2026/2027 Academic Year

Requirements:

Required

• Associates degree or higher degree including related college course work; or have completed 60 semester hours, or achieved a minimum ETS Paraprofessional Assessment score of 460.
• Obtain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention certification within two (2) district training opportunities provided from hire date.
• Obtain CPR/First/Aid/ AED certification within 60 days of hire date.
• Successful pre-employment physical exam and criminal records background check.

Preferred

• TCI certification
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification
• Experience working with special needs students

Responsibilities:

See attached job description 

Salary/Benefits:

Commensurate with credentials and level of experience and in accordance with MPS salary schedule. Starting hourly rate $18.91 at 35 hours per week and 185 days per year. 

Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; Paid leave; Retirement plan.

Method of Application: 

Applicants must apply through the online application system, Red Rover, for consideration of a posted position. A resume is required for consideration. Applicants will receive an automated confirmation after successfully applying for a position. Contact Autumn Meyers at (231)720-2057 for assistance.