Early Childhood SPED Program Assistant: Impact & Support

Van-Buren-Intermediate-School-District; Lawrence Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren Intermediate School District is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Program Assistant for the Mattawan Location in Lawrence, Michigan. The role supports teachers and service staff, assisting with daily classroom operations and student skill development at an offsite site located at 701 South Paw Paw Street.

Qualifications include a high school diploma; an associates degree or 60 college credits preferred, with prior program assistant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Associates degree or completion of two years’ college equal to 60 semester hours preferred.
• Previous experience as a program assistant preferred.
• Ability to work with students with low ability and deficits in language, daily living skills, and socio-emotional behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with supervising teacher and service providers to implement student programming.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and implementing daily instructional plans addressing student needs.
• Demonstrate effective instructional behaviors and monitor student progress.
• Assist students with personal needs (toileting, dressing, etc.).
• Promote acceptance of individuals with disabilities in schools and community.
• Follow school policies and procedures and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Student support

Communication skills

Curriculum adaptation

Relationship building

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree / 60 college credits preferred

Job description

Van Buren Intermediate School District is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Program Assistant for the Mattawan Location in Lawrence, Michigan. The role supports teachers and service staff, assisting with daily classroom operations and student skill development at an offsite site located at 701 South Paw Paw Street.

Qualifications include a high school diploma; an associates degree or 60 college credits preferred, with prior program assistant experience preferred.