Special Education Instructional Aide (Level 2)

Sylvania; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Michigan is seeking a dedicated Student Support Specialist to assist in specialized classrooms. You will work with students with diverse needs, providing behavioral support and academic assistance under the supervision of a Student Support Specialist.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, parents, and other educators, with a preference for Spanish-speaking candidates and a focus on developmentally appropriate strategies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; some college toward an Associate's degree preferred.
• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Experience teaching children.
• Knowledge of child development.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Computer skills helpful.
• Excellent communication skills with staff, students, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training to use in classroom.
• Provide behavior and functional support to special education students.
• Provide general academic support in small group instruction; responsible for instruction under Student Support Specialist’s supervision.
• Assist in general education settings
• Assist with toileting
• Carry out the written objectives of a student’s IEP, with assistance.
• Carry out other duties, not specifically mentioned.

Skills

Spanish

Teaching

Child development

Adaptability

Interpersonal

Teamwork

Computer skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma; some college toward Associates preferred

Job description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma (Some college classes leading to Associates Degree preferred.)
• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Experience teaching children.
• Knowledge of child development.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Computer skills helpful.
• Excellent communication skills with staff, students, and parents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (DUTIES):

• Willing to participate in training to use in classroom.
• Provide behavior and functional support to special education students.
• Provide general academic support in small group instruction; responsible for instruction under Student Support Specialist’s supervision.
• Assist in general education settings
• Assist with toileting
• Carry out the written objectives of a student’s IEP, with assistance.
• Carry out other duties, not specifically mentioned.