Special Education Aide — Middle School Support

Young World Physical Education; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is looking for a Full-Time Special Education Aide for the MOCI program. The role involves supporting scholars with disabilities through effective communication, teamwork, and participation in educational activities. Applicants must have at least 60 college credits or an associate's degree, and the ability to work in diverse environments. The position offers a salary of $18.04 per hour and requires dependability and the ability to assist students in various activities.

Qualifications

• Must be capable of physically pushing wheelchairs and assisting with lifting and transferring students.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Consistently demonstrate dependable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing a community-based functional instructional program.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of behavioral management strategies.
• Interact with co-workers, administration, scholars, parents, and the community.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Ability to work well with others

Ability to provide supervision during field trips

Ability to work in a diverse environment

Ability to safely and appropriately restrain scholars

Education

Completed a minimum of 60 college credits

Associate’s or higher degree

Passing score on MDE approved ETS Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Young World Physical Education in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is looking for a Full-Time Special Education Aide for the MOCI program. The role involves supporting scholars with disabilities through effective communication, teamwork, and participation in educational activities. Applicants must have at least 60 college credits or an associate's degree, and the ability to work in diverse environments. The position offers a salary of $18.04 per hour and requires dependability and the ability to assist students in various activities.