Para Educator Career Pathways

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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The Para-Educator supports students with disabilities in classrooms community-based experiences or one-on-one settings. Under the guidance of certified/licensed staff you will assist with instructional behavioral and health-related activities to help students achieve their Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) goals.

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework in child development education psychology or special education preferred
• Experience working with children/adults with special needs preferred
• Physical ability to lift/move students and perform essential duties

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range:

• High School Diploma/GED: $17.71 $24.13 per hour
• High School Diploma/GED and 30 College Credits: $18.54 $25.32 per hour

Work Schedule: 185 days / 7 hours daily

Paid Time Off:

• Sick and Personal Business paid time up to 13 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 Stated Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)

Additional Benefits:

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

• 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.

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.