Full-Time ASD Education Assistant — Inclusive IEP Support

West Ottawa Public Schools; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

West Ottawa Public Schools is seeking an Education Assistant ASD at West Ottawa South High School to support students under the IEP. This full-time, school-year position features a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday, with duties including one-on-one and small group instruction and data collection.

The successful candidate will assist with behavior plans, promote inclusion, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with teachers.

Qualifications

• CPI training or willingness to be trained in CPI.
• Good communications/collaboration skills with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Provide one-on-one or small group instruction and reinforcement of skills.
• Support inclusion by helping students participate in general education settings.
• Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) as directed.
• Monitor and redirect student behavior using positive strategies.
• Provide emotional support, breaks, encouragement, and redirection as needed.
• Collect behavioral data for teacher/IEP team review.
• Help students with, toileting, or hygiene routines (if needed).
• Maintain regular communication with the supervising teacher about student progress and concerns.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development.
• Work collaboratively with general education staff to support student inclusion.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Supervise students during transitions, lunch, or field trips.
• Assist in data collection for academic and behavioral progress monitoring.
• Support use of assistive technology and specialized equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

CPI training

Job description

West Ottawa Public Schools is seeking an Education Assistant ASD at West Ottawa South High School to support students under the IEP. This full-time, school-year position features a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday, with duties including one-on-one and small group instruction and data collection.

The successful candidate will assist with behavior plans, promote inclusion, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with teachers.