Special Education Support Specialist (IA)

Alpena Public Schools; Alpena Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpena Public Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support elementary/secondary students under certificated staff supervision. The role involves assisting with instructional activities, behavior management, and implementing accommodations for students with special needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with preferred CPI certification and experience with special needs students. This is a full-time, non-exempt role at Thunder Bay Jr. High.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate degree or 60 college credits preferred.
• CPI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in reaching their maximum potential and become independent learners.
• Support individual or small group instruction and tutor students as requested by the teacher.
• Assist teachers with maintaining discipline and classroom routines.
• Help implement modifications to curriculum for individual students or small groups.
• Assist with materials setup and preparation for instructional units.
• Supervise and support students during lunch, recess, and non-instructional times.
• Assist with data collection and documentation for individual students, and support BIPs and Tier II/III interventions.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 60 college credits

CPI certification preferred

Job description

Alpena Public Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support elementary/secondary students under certificated staff supervision. The role involves assisting with instructional activities, behavior management, and implementing accommodations for students with special needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with preferred CPI certification and experience with special needs students. This is a full-time, non-exempt role at Thunder Bay Jr. High.