Special Education Teacher Assistant - ASD

Graebner Elementary; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Graebner Elementary in Sterling Heights, Michigan is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant for ASD to support students with autism spectrum disorder. This is a full-time, 7-hour day role tied to student attendance and district needs.

The role involves assisting with personal tasks, behavioral support, and documentation while collaborating with the teaching team. Starting immediately, candidates must have a high school diploma and a demonstrated ability to work with special needs

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 follow through with prescribed behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Maintain various records and file, parent contact may be required.

Responsibilities

• 7 hrs a day - Special Education Teacher Assistant - ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).
• Location may change and/or hours may increase or decrease due to student and/or program needs.
• Work year based on student attendance.

Skills

Student needs understanding

Personal care assistance

Calm demeanor

Flexible across locations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - ASD

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

Job Details

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 > Emotionally Disabled

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Mentally Disabled

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

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 - Special Education Teacher Assistant -ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
• Location may change and/or hours may increase or decrease due to student and/or program needs.
• 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.

Contact Information

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