Paraprofessional-Afterschool Program-Jackson

3/13/2026

The Paraprofessional will implement engaging academic enrichment activities, assist students with homework, and provide individualized tutoring support for students in Grades 3-5. Duties also include managing students safely, serving as a mentor, and ensuring compliance with licensing rules and program standards.

Salary

15 - 16 USD

Working Hours

10 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Highfields, Inc. is a nonprofit human services organization dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of children, youth and families through counseling and support services. Highfields began in 1962 as a residential program for at-risk boys and has since expanded to serve about 8,000 people in 13 mid-Michigan counties. We offer a large variety of counseling, training, intervention and support services. Our mission is to provide opportunities to children, youth and their families to be more responsible for their own lives and to strengthen their relationships with others. Our vision is to create a brighter future for children, youth, families and their communities.

About the Role

The Paraprofessional will effectively implement engaging academic enrichment activities for students of our Reaching Higher Summer & Afterschool Program at:
East Jackson Elementary School, Jackson, MI 49201 - Working with students in Grades 3-5

Program runs Monday through Thursday, working 2.5 hours per day. (You would work whichever days work best for your schedule)

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

· High school diploma/GED.

· Demonstrated knowledge of youth.

· At least 2 years experience working with youth in a structured program setting.

· Shall be a person of good character who possesses the health, emotional stability, maturity and strength to carry out assigned duties.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

· Engage and assist students during academic enrichment activities.

· Assist youth with homework and provide support for individualized tutoring.

· Manage students in a safe and productive way.

· Conduct yourself in a manner to serve as a mentor and role model.

· Cultivates positive relationships with students, families, and fellow staff.

· Attends all mandatory meetings and completes all paperwork as required.

· Participates in 18 hours of professional development per year that meets licensing requirements.

· Performs duties in a manner that ensures compliance with Child Day Care Licensing rules and regulations.

· Ensures program operates in a way that follows industry quality standards and in accordance with the grant.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical requirements for the position are attached.

Key Skills

Youth EngagementAcademic EnrichmentHomework AssistanceTutoringStudent ManagementMentoringRole ModelingRelationship CultivationCompliancePaperwork Completion