Part-Time Special Ed & Vocational Assistant

Stevenson High School; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Utica Community School District Stevenson High School in Sterling Heights, Michigan, is hiring a Special Education Teacher Assistant - Vocational Assistant on a part-time basis. The role supports students with special needs, assists with personal care, and may require mobility and health-related tasks. The position starts immediately and follows the school calendar.

Salary is $20.14 per hour. The work site may vary by student needs and program requirements, with typical hours around 3 per day

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated understanding of student needs and desire to work with special needs students.
• Assist student(s) with personal needs, including hygiene, diapering, toileting and clothing.
• Ability to assist students with multiple challenges in the classroom and school environment.
• Follow through with prescribed behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Maintain composure and clear communication during stressful situations.
• May need physical flexibility to run, walk, lift or respond to student needs.
• Willingness to be trained in health-related awareness and intervention.
• Willingness to be assigned to multiple sites based on student needs.
• Ability to work with health-related tasks, including medications and equipment.
• Willingness to be assigned as general help during down-periods.
• Maintain records; parent contact may be required.
• Traits: child-centered, adaptable, calm, respectful, patient, discreet and alert.

Responsibilities

• 3hrs a day - Special Education Teacher Assistant - Vocational Assistant.
• Location may change and hours may increase or decrease based on student/program needs.
• Application deadline for UPPA Candidates: Oct 28, 2026 @ 4 pm; External Candidates: open until filled.
• Work year based on student attendance.

Skills

Student support

Special needs experience

Patience

Calm demeanor

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Utica Community School District Stevenson High School in Sterling Heights, Michigan, is hiring a Special Education Teacher Assistant - Vocational Assistant on a part-time basis. The role supports students with special needs, assists with personal care, and may require mobility and health-related tasks. The position starts immediately and follows the school calendar.

Salary is $20.14 per hour. The work site may vary by student needs and program requirements, with typical hours around 3 per day