Position Type:
Support Staff/Educational Assistant
Date Posted:
7/29/2026
Location:
Gaylord Intermediate School
Closing Date:
08/10/2026
Educational Assistant: GIS RTC Coordinator
JOB SUMMARY
The Educational Assistant supports teachers in creating a positive, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. This position assists with classroom instruction, behavior and emotional development, and supervision during both instructional and non-instructional times. The Educational Assistant helps prepare materials, supports individual and small-group learning, reinforces reading and foundational skills, and collaborates with staff and families to promote student growth. Confidentiality, teamwork, and a commitment to student success are essential.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Hours Per Day: 7 hours
Daily Start and End Times: Based on Building Schedule
Wages & Benefits: Starting wage: $19.48/hr
Paid holidays, merit pay, retirement plan, life insurance, vision insurance, medical & dental benefits (with 8 hour/day positions), sick days, personal days, two $500 retention stipends for completing a full school year, no evenings or weekends, and much more!
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
These positions require one of the following requirements:
- Successful completion of ETS Parapro Assessment (GCS can provide this assessment!); OR
- 60 semester hours at an institution of higher education; OR
- An associate's degree
Successful candidates also possess:
- Patience, a genuine desire to work with children, and preferably experience working with children in a classroom setting.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
August 10 or until filled
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Please visit the
Employment Page at
gaylordschools.comand apply online
It is the policy of Gaylord Community Schools that the District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries should be addressed to: Civil Rights Coordinator, 615 S. Elm Avenue, Gaylord, MI, 49735, (989) 705-3080.
Attachment(s):
- GIS RTC Coordinator 7-2026.pdf