Floating Special Education Assistant — Flexible School Support

Courtade Elementary School; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Courtade Elementary School in Traverse City, Michigan, seeks a Floating Special Education Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports students in classrooms and during activities, reporting to the principal or designated teacher, with responsibilities across general and special education settings.

The position is part time, about 2.5 hours per day, with a 180-day work year plus holidays. Candidates should have a high school diploma, comfort with lifting up to 50 pounds, and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college credit preferred.
• Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to attend training.

Responsibilities

• Assists special education student(s) with academics in regular education classroom.
• Assists students in categorical classrooms.
• Assists special education students in physical education, music, art, at lunch and recess as needed.
• Takes part in planning meetings and IEPCs as requested.
• Assists with small group non-direct instruction.
• Assists with large group non-direct instruction.
• Monitors behavior of students on behavior plans under supervision.
• Accompanies students on field trips.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with children

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Independent worker

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

College credit preferred

Job description

Courtade Elementary School in Traverse City, Michigan, seeks a Floating Special Education Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports students in classrooms and during activities, reporting to the principal or designated teacher, with responsibilities across general and special education settings.

The position is part time, about 2.5 hours per day, with a 180-day work year plus holidays. Candidates should have a high school diploma, comfort with lifting up to 50 pounds, and a