Impactful Special Education Instructional Assistant

Alpena Public Schools; Herron (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpena Public Schools in Michigan seeks an Instructional Assistant to support students with regular and special needs across classrooms, lunchroom and playground. Under supervision, you assist with instruction, behavior support, and implementing IEP/504 accommodations.

This full-time, non-exempt role involves preparing materials, assisting with data collection, supervising students during breaks and transitions, and maintaining documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or 60 college credits preferred.
• CPI certification preferred when available.
• Experience with or understanding of special needs students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in reaching independence and potential.
• Support individual or small group instruction and tutoring as requested.
• Assist teacher with discipline and classroom routines.
• Implement modifications to curriculum for individual students or small groups.
• Prepare and set up instructional materials for units.
• Assist with behavioral interventions and data collection.
• Supervise students during meals, recess, and bus transitions.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitization of classroom and equipment.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 60 college credits

CPI certification preferred

Job description

Alpena Public Schools in Michigan seeks an Instructional Assistant to support students with regular and special needs across classrooms, lunchroom and playground. Under supervision, you assist with instruction, behavior support, and implementing IEP/504 accommodations.

This full-time, non-exempt role involves preparing materials, assisting with data collection, supervising students during breaks and transitions, and maintaining documentation.