Special Education Aide: Empower Students' Growth

Buchanan Elementary School (PreK-5); Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Public Schools Buchanan Elementary School (PreK-5) in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Special Education Aide to support scholars with disabilities. The role requires student-focused collaboration in a union environment with wage set by the collective bargaining agreement.

The position emphasizes assisting in behavior management, transportation, and daily living activities, with duties including pool support and field trip supervision.

Qualifications

• Must have 60 college credits, or an associate’s or higher degree, or a passing score on an MDE paraprofessional assessment.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate behavioral management strategies for individuals and groups.
• Assist in instruction, materials prep, and classroom activities as directed by the teacher.
• Assist in transportation loading/unloading of buses and city transport.
• Support school day activities including lunch, recess, and pre/post supervision.
• Assist with pool activities and supervise students under WSI supervision.
• Maintain attendance, behavior records, and program documentation.
• Interact professionally with colleagues, scholars, parents, and community.

Skills

Weather adaptability

Physical restraint

Pool supervision

Field trips supervision

Wheelchair assistance

Safety and attendance

Communication

Team collaboration

Confidential information handling

Diversity-friendly

Education

60 college credits

Associate degree

MDE paraprofessional assessment

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Grand Rapids Public Schools Buchanan Elementary School (PreK-5) in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Special Education Aide to support scholars with disabilities. The role requires student-focused collaboration in a union environment with wage set by the collective bargaining agreement.

The position emphasizes assisting in behavior management, transportation, and daily living activities, with duties including pool support and field trip supervision.