Full-Time Special Education Aide - Make a Difference

MEMSPA; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Premiums paid by CCISD

Dental/vision/Life/AD&D coverage

Paid holidays & leave

Retirement plan

Summers off

Opportunities for advancement

Bonus stipends available

Job summary

The Copper Country Intermediate School District in L’Anse, Michigan is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students with diverse learning needs. This full-time school-year position offers an hourly starting wage of $18.00 or more, with a $500 semester bonus for those in special education classrooms, and excellent benefits including health insurance and a 100% premium coverage by CCISD.

Additionally, a retirement plan, paid holidays, sick/personal days, and opportunities for advancement are

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older and a high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or two years post-secondary education in a related teaching/special education field of study a bonus.
• Experience working with individuals with special needs helpful.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping others.
• Flexibility to work with a team to assist students inside or outside of the classroom and may include supporting as a bus aide.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• A desire to continually increase your knowledge and an unrelenting ability to make positive change in the lives of students.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized assistance to students with special needs.
• Support teachers and therapists in classroom activities.
• Assist with one-on-one and small group activities.
• May include bus aide responsibilities.
• Help maintain an organized, supportive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or some college

Job description

The Copper Country Intermediate School District in L’Anse, Michigan is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students with diverse learning needs. This full-time school-year position offers an hourly starting wage of $18.00 or more, with a $500 semester bonus for those in special education classrooms, and excellent benefits including health insurance and a 100% premium coverage by CCISD.

Additionally, a retirement plan, paid holidays, sick/personal days, and opportunities for advancement are