Special Education Teacher Assistant - Personal Care

Havel Elementary; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Utica Community School District Havel Elementary in Sterling Heights, MI seeks a part-time Special Education Teacher Assistant - Personal Care to support students with special needs. The role includes assisting with personal care tasks, following behavior plans, and maintaining appropriate records.

Starting immediately, work hours may vary by student needs and program requirements; candidates must be reliable, patient, and able to handle physical tasks including lifting and mobility assistance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work with special needs students and understand individual plans.
• Ability to assist with personal care tasks and maintain student dignity.

Responsibilities

• Assist student(s) with personal needs, including hygiene and clothing.
• Support students with multiple learning challenges in the classroom and school environment.
• Maintain records and parent contact may be required.
• Follow prescribed behavioral or instructional programs and stay composed in stressful situations.

Skills

Student needs understanding

Personal care support

Stress management

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Personal Care

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Job Details

Job ID: 5909173

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 31, 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.
• 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:

• 5 hrs a day - Special Education Teacher Assistant -Personal Care
• Location may change and/or hours may increase or decrease due to student and/or program needs.
• Application deadline for UPPA Candidates: September 9, 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.

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: Part-Time

Salary: $19.39 to $19.39 Per Hour

Job Categories:

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]