Special Education Teacher Assistant - AIM

Young World Physical Education; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Utica Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant (AIM) to support students with special needs at Wiley Elementary in Utica, Michigan. The role requires assisting with personal care, behavioral programs, and classroom activities during a 9:00 am–4:00 pm school day.

Position may move between sites based on student needs. Applicants should have a high school diploma, a calm demeanor, confidentiality, and a willingness to be trained in health-related areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to assist students with personal needs including hygiene, toileting, and clothing.
• Able to support students with multiple challenges in classroom settings.
• Willingness to be trained in health-related awareness and interventions.
• Good attendance is required.
• Willingness to work at multiple sites as needed.
• Maintain records and communicate with parents when required.
• Demonstrates patient, calm demeanor and respect for dignity.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal needs and daily activities.
• Support students with various challenges in the classroom.
• Maintain records and communicate with parents as required.
• Be ready to be assigned to multiple sites as needed.

Skills

Student support

Behavior management

Classroom assistance

Confidentiality

Attendance

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - AIM

Utica Community School District Wiley Elementary - Utica, Michigan

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Job Details

Job ID: 5879927

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

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 - 9:00 am - 4:00pm (no 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: August 17, 2026 @ 4 pm. External Candidates: open until filled.
• Work year based on student attendance.

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, excludedfrom participation in, denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination by this educationalagency. Any persons suspecting a discriminatory practice should contact the Employee Services Department at 11303 Greendale, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 or 586.797.1130.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.14 to $20.14 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Categories: Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

Contact Information

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

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