Compassionate Special Ed Assistant — Personal Care

Utica-Community-School; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Utica Community School District at Havel Elementary in Sterling Heights, Michigan is hiring a Special Education Teacher Assistant - Personal Care to support students with special needs in a respectful, patient environment.

The position is part-time, 5 hours daily (9am–3pm) with a wage of $19.39 per hour. Start date is Immediate; applications are submitted online via the district portal, with deadlines noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated understanding of student needs, ability and desire to work with special needs students.
• Assist student(s) with personal needs, including but not limited to hygiene, diapering, toileting and clothing.
• Ability to follow through with prescribed behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Ability to maintain composure and communication during stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal needs including hygiene and clothing.
• Support students with multiple challenges in classroom and school environments.
• Follow through with prescribed behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Maintain records; parent contact may be required.
• Maintain confidentiality and alert focus during times of potential distraction.

Skills

Confidentiality

Special needs support

Patient demeanor

Recordkeeping

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Utica Community School District at Havel Elementary in Sterling Heights, Michigan is hiring a Special Education Teacher Assistant - Personal Care to support students with special needs in a respectful, patient environment.

The position is part-time, 5 hours daily (9am–3pm) with a wage of $19.39 per hour. Start date is Immediate; applications are submitted online via the district portal, with deadlines noted in the posting.