Program Assistant for the Community-based Transition Center, Cedar St. Location

Van-Buren-Intermediate-School-District; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren Intermediate School District in Paw Paw, Michigan is seeking a Program Assistant for the Community-based Transition Center, Cedar St. Location. You will assist the caseload teacher with instructional programs for adult students aligned to their IEPs, across classroom, community and employment settings.

The role requires a High School Diploma, with preferred experience in schools and with adults with disabilities. Valid driver’s license and ability to transport students are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Prior school-based experience preferred.
• Experience working with adults with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instructional activities aligned with each student’s IEP.
• Provide direct support and supervision in classroom and community settings.
• Assist the teacher with planning and implementing instructional activities.
• Communicate and collaborate with staff and families.
• Adhere to VBISD policies and timelines.

Skills

Post-secondary students 18-26 handling

Behavior support

Communication

Growth mindset

AAC strategies

Student supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Program Assistant for the Community-based Transition Center, Cedar St. Location

Van Buren Intermediate School District CTC - Paw Paw, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5899026

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Program Assistant for the Community-based Transition Center, Cedar St. Location

Status: Full Time

Union: VBIESPA

Department/Program/Service: Community-based Transition Center, Special Education Department

Reports To: Community-based Transition Center Principal

Location of Work:

Offsite: Cedar Street Location

Base location: CTC

811 Hazen Street

Paw Paw, MI 49079

Job Goals:

The primary job goals are to work with the caseload teacher in carrying out the instructional program for adult students in alignment with their IEPs, which involves assisting in the classroom, community, and employment settings

Qualifications:

Education & Certification :

High School Diploma required.

Work Experience :

Prior school based experience, preferred; Experience working with adults with disabilities, preferred

Essential Job Functions:

Skills :

• Interest and ability to work with post-secondary (18-26 year old) students with a variety of abilities and disabilities
• Understanding and ability to implement positive behavioral support systems and processes as trained
• Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with others
• Growth mindset, which is a belief that abilities can be improved through hard work, tood strategies and help from others
• Experience with, or willingness to learn augmentative and alternative communication strategies and devices to support student communication
• Ability to remain objective, calm and neutral in a variety of situations
• Ability to provide direct support and supervision of students in classroom and community settings
• Ability to assist the teacher with the planning and implementation of instructional activities
• Make student-centered decisions
• Adhere to federal, state and VBISD policies and procedures
• Model VBISD guidelines: Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence
• Complete assigned responsibilities within agreed upon timelines
• Seek ongoing improvement and accept feedback in a professional way
• Perform additional tasks, responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Director or Superintendent.
• Valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Ability to transport students to community and employment settings throughout Van Buren County (using ISD vehicle).
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods as needed for student activities.

Terms of Employment: As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

This posting and our online application can be found at www.vbisd.org under Employment. If you do not have access to a computer with internet access, you may use a computer at VBISD by calling 269-539-5218.

The position is open until filled.

In-house staff must fill out the online internal application.

Position Type: Regular

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR
• 490 South Paw Paw St.
• Lawrence, Michigan 49064
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]