Special Education Teacher Assistant - ECSE

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

Job summary

Utica Community Schools Collins Elementary in Sterling Heights, MI is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant for ECSE to support early childhood students.

The role runs 6.5 hours daily from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm with a 30-minute lunch; starting immediately and based on student needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated understanding of student needs and desire to work with special needs students.
• Ability to assist with personal care (hygiene, diapering, toileting, clothing).
• Ability to support students with multiple challenges in classroom settings.
• Ability to follow behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Willingness to be trained in health-related awareness and intervention.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal needs during school day.
• Support students with various challenges in the classroom.
• Maintain records and contact with parents as required.
• Follow prescribed programs and maintain calm, professional demeanor.
• Provide assistance with mobility and safety as needed.

Skills

Child-centered

Adaptability

Patience

Confidentiality

Calm demeanor

Alert focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - ECSE

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Job Details

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.


• Ability to work with blood testing, insulin, ports, suctioning, diastat, medication dispensing, etc.


• 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:

• 6.5 hrs a day - Special Education Teacher Assistant -ECSE (Early Childhood Special Education) - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm (30 minute lunch)


• Location may change and/or hours may increase or decrease due to student and/or program needs.


• Application deadline for UPPA Candidates: September 23, 2026 @ 4 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.

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

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]

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