Special Education Aide: Empower Students & Grow

Iron County Medical Care Facility; L'Anse (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonus stipends

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Summer break pay

Dental/vision insurance

Employee life insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Copper Country Intermediate School District is hiring an Instructional Aide in L'Anse, Michigan. You will support students with special needs, assisting with academic and social goals in various settings, including one-on-one and small groups.

Requires a high school diploma; an associate degree is a bonus. The position offers health and retirement benefits, paid time off, and a structured school-year schedule with summers off.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older and a high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or two years post-secondary education in related teaching/special education field of study a bonus.
• Experience working with individuals with special needs helpful.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping others.
• Flexibility to work with a team to assist students inside or outside of the classroom and may include supporting as a bus aide.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• A desire to continually increase your knowledge and an unrelenting ability to make positive change in the lives of students.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized assistance to students with special needs.
• Support students in academic and social development.
• Assist in one-on-one or small group activities.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to implement individualized plans.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or two years post-secondary education (bonus)

Experience with special needs (helpful)

Job description

Copper Country Intermediate School District is hiring an Instructional Aide in L'Anse, Michigan. You will support students with special needs, assisting with academic and social goals in various settings, including one-on-one and small groups.

Requires a high school diploma; an associate degree is a bonus. The position offers health and retirement benefits, paid time off, and a structured school-year schedule with summers off.