Empathetic Special Education Aide - Part-Time

Beck Centennial Elementary; Michigan; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Beck Centennial Elementary in Utica Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant for Personal Care. The role supports students with special needs, assisting with personal care tasks and classroom activities on a part-time schedule.

Starting date is immediate. Hours are 5 per day, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm with a 30-minute lunch, and location may change based on student program needs. Applicants should be prepared for potential site changes and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated understanding of student needs and ability to work with special needs students.
• Assist student(s) with personal needs including hygiene, diapering, toileting and clothing.
• Aid students with multiple challenges in the classroom/school environment.
• Follow through with prescribed behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Maintain composure and effective communication in stressful situations.
• Good physical flexibility to run, walk, lift and respond to student needs.
• Willingness to be trained in health-related awareness and interventions.
• Possibility of assignments at multiple sites based on student needs.
• Ability to work with blood testing, insulin, ports, suctioning, diastat, medication dispensing, etc.
• Willingness to be assigned as general helper during downtime.
• Maintain records and contact with parents may be required.
• Characteristics: child-centered, adaptable, calm, respectful, patient, confidentiality.
• Wheelchair assistance may be required.
• Regular attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal needs and classroom activities.
• Support students with multiple challenges in the school environment.
• Maintain records and communicate as needed with families.

Skills

Ability to work with special needs

Personal care assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beck Centennial Elementary in Utica Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant for Personal Care. The role supports students with special needs, assisting with personal care tasks and classroom activities on a part-time schedule.

Starting date is immediate. Hours are 5 per day, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm with a 30-minute lunch, and location may change based on student program needs. Applicants should be prepared for potential site changes and ongoing training.