Preschool SPED Support Specialist

Young World Physical Education; Lawrence (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren Intermediate School District is seeking a Program Assistant ECSE Centralized to support preschool students with special needs. The role involves reinforcing teacher instruction, assisting identified students, and helping run the classroom daily to promote skill development and independence.

Location varies by student need as off-site work, with travel to different sites as requested. Candidates should have a high school diploma; associate degree preferred and relevant trainings like

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; associates degree preferred.
• Training in HighScope Preschool Curriculum is advantageous.
• Experience with COR Advantage is desired.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred; CPI training valued.
• Prior program assistant experience and knowledge of special education programs are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce instruction provided by teachers and related staff in preschool settings.
• Provide supportive assistance to identified students with demonstrated need.
• Assist with day-to-day classroom operations to foster skill development and independence.
• Collaborate with the classroom team to adjust curriculum to student needs.
• Travel to support other classroom sites as requested by supervisor.

Skills

Student support

Communication skills

Flexible scheduling

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree preferred

Tools

First Aid/CPR

CPI

Job description

Van Buren Intermediate School District is seeking a Program Assistant ECSE Centralized to support preschool students with special needs. The role involves reinforcing teacher instruction, assisting identified students, and helping run the classroom daily to promote skill development and independence.

Location varies by student need as off-site work, with travel to different sites as requested. Candidates should have a high school diploma; associate degree preferred and relevant trainings like