Aide - Ottawa Area Center

Ottawa Area Center; Allendale Charter Township (MI); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Public school retirement

Zusammenfassung

Ottawa Area Center is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students with special needs in a center-based program. You will assist with instructional activities, collect data, and help implement IEPs in a safe learning environment.

Responsibilities include personal care support, behavioral strategies, and collaboration with teachers. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and CPI/First Aid/ CPR readiness or training upon hire. OAISD HR handles hiring.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• CPR/First Aid training or willingness to obtain.

Aufgaben

• Assist the teacher with instructional activities and skill development.
• Provide direct support to students with physical and cognitive impairments.
• Assist with personal care tasks including feeding, toileting, hygiene.
• Implement behavior support strategies and crisis intervention plans as directed.
• Monitor student safety and wellbeing throughout the day.

Kenntnisse

Follow directions

Team collaboration

Patience

Interpersonal communication

Lifting assistance

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Aide - Ottawa Area Center

Ottawa Area ISD Ottawa Area Center - Allendale, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Ottawa Area ISD

Job Details

Job ID: 5708471

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Summary:

The OAC Classroom Aide supports students with special needs in a center-based program by assisting with instructional activities, data collection, personal care, behavioral support, and classroom management. This role works under the direction of the classroom teacher to help implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and ensure a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist the teacher in delivering instructional activities, reinforcing learning, and supporting skill development.
• Provide direct support to students with physical and cognitive impairments. This may include working with students who also have autism and engage in challenging maladaptive behavior.
• Support students with personal care needs, which may include feeding, toileting, hygiene, mobility, and lifting.
• Implement behavior support strategies and crisis intervention plans as directed.
• Monitor student safety and wellbeing throughout the school day, including during transitions and outings.
• Collect data on student progress and provide input to the instructional team.
• Assist in setting up, organizing, and maintaining classroom materials and adaptive equipment.
• Support social interaction among students.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development as required.
• Performs other functions as assigned

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or higher in education or human services preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities strongly preferred.
• CPI, First Aid, and CPR certification, or willingness to be provided training upon hire.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow teacher and supervisor directions and work as part of a collaborative team.
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude when working with students who have varying needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff, families, and community partners.
• Ability to assist with lifting, transfers, and physical support of students as needed.
• Knowledge of (or willingness to learn) assistive technology and adaptive equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and/or assist students with mobility and self-care needs (up to 50 lbs) with or without mechanical assistance.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency or crisis situations.

Compensation and Details:

• Pay: Per OSEA Agreement (Minimum Hourly: $20.00 per hour)
• Schedule: Full-time, 190 days (July-June)
• Employee Group: union-hourly
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance with the option for cash-in-lieu of insurance. Participation in the Michigan public school retirement system.
• For a more detailed breakdown of our benefits package, please click here. For insurance costs, click here.

Notices:

Job Description Changes: Job descriptions may be subject to change based on the OAISD’s needs. This is meant to describe a basic overview of qualifications, role, and duties. It is not an exhaustive or fully comprehensive list as other duties may be assigned.

Ottawa Area Intermediate School District (OAISD) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment. Civil Rights Coordinators are located at OAISD, 13663 Port Sheldon St. Holland, MI 49424 to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and grievance procedures. Telephone [phone] Ext: 4091.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $20 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• OAISD Human Resources Department
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]