Personal Care Aide

Young World Physical Education; Middleville (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Thornapple Kellogg Schools in Middleville, MI is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator (Personal Care Aide) to support a student at Page Elementary on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the school year.

The role requires a High School diploma, the ability to lift 40–60 lbs, and a collaborative, student-centered approach. CPI training is preferred and provided if needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must lift 40–60 lbs.
• CPI training preferred (training provided if necessary).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual student support in a Least Restrictive Environment.
• Provide assistance with toileting.
• Assist student with medical needs.
• Document student behavior on a daily basis.
• Redirect student behavior and reinforce appropriate behavior throughout the school day.
• Have the ability to work positively with students, teachers and parents.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with students with special needs preferred.
• Willingness to work as part of a team of professionals.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Experience with special needs

CPI training

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Personal Care Aide

Thornapple Kellogg Schools Page Elementary - Middleville, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Kent ISD , and Thornapple Kellogg Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5877765

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Position: Special Education Paraeducator (Personal Care Aide)

Location: Page Elementary

Tuesdays & WednesdayS

6.75 hours per day

School days only

Qualifications

• 1. High School graduate
• 2. Must be able to lift 40-60 lbs.
• 3. Training in Crisis Prevention Intervention preferred (will provide if necessary)

Job Responsibilities

• 1. Provide individual student support in a Least Restrictive Environment
• 2. Provide assistance with toileting
• 3. Assist student with medical needs
• 4. Document student behavior on a daily basis
• 5. Redirect student behavior and reinforce appropriate behavior throughout the school day
• 6. Have the ability to work positively with students, teachers and parents
• 7. Excellent communication skills
• 8. Experience working with students with special needs preferred
• 9. Willingness to work as part of a team of professionals

Position Type: School Year

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Erica Dudik , HR
• 10051 Green Lake Rd
• Middleville, Michigan 49333-8705
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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