Special Education Teacher Assistant - AIM

Crissman Elementary; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Utica Community Schools - Crissman Elementary in Sterling Heights, MI is hiring a Special Education Teacher Assistant (AIM) for immediate start.

The 7-hour daily position runs 8:30am–4:00pm with a 30-minute lunch, requires a high school diploma and the ability to assist students with personal needs, behavior support, and confidentiality. Applicants must apply online; district promotes internal candidates and the work year follows student attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to assist students with personal needs and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist student(s) with personal needs including hygiene, toileting, and clothing.
• Support students with multiple challenges in classroom settings.
• Follow prescribed behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Maintain records and communicate with parents as needed.
• Display confidentiality and calm demeanor; be adaptable to changing sites.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - AIM

Utica Community School District Crissman Elementary - Sterling Heights, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated understanding of student needs, ability and desire to work with special needs students.
• Assist student(s) with personal needs, including but not limited to hygiene, diapering, toileting, and clothing.
• Ability to assist student(s) with multiple challenges in the classroom/school environment.
• Ability to follow through with prescribed behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Ability to maintain composure and communication during stressful situations.
• May need good physical flexibility such as ability to run, walk, lift and/or respond to student physical needs.
• Willingness to be trained in area(s) of student health related awareness and intervention.
• Willingness to accept assignment at multiple and potentially differing sites and locations depending on individual student needs as determined by the District.
• Willingness to be assigned as general help during "down-periods".
• Maintain various records and file, parent contact may be required.
• Characteristics sought include: Child-centered, adaptability, calm demeanor, respect for dignity, patience, confidentiality, and ability to alertly focus during times of potential distraction.
• Wheelchair assistance may be required.
• Good attendance required.

Description:

• 7 hrs a day; 8:30am - 4:00pm (30 minute lunch) - Special Education Teacher Assistant -AIM (Adjusted, Integrated, Modified curriculum)
• Location may change and/or hours may increase or decrease due to student and/or program needs.
• Application deadline for UPPA Candidates: September 29, 2026 @ 4:00 pm. External Candidates: open until filled.
• Work year based on student attendance.
• Paper applications and emails will not be accepted. District supports promotion of internal candidates.
• Candidates must completetheonlineapplication at https://uticak12.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx. Please scan and upload yourcover letter,resume, transcripts, credentials, and letters of recommendation to your online application.

NONDISCRIMINATION:

It is the policy of the Utica Community Schools that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination by this educational agency. Any persons suspecting a discriminatory practice should contact the Employee Services Department at 11303 Greendale, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 or 586.797.1130.

Job Details

Job ID: 5937044

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.14 to $20.14 Per Hour

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 11303 Greendale
• Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]