Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3

Davis Junior High; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Utica Community School District, Davis Junior High in Sterling Heights, Michigan, seeks a Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3. The role runs 7:35am–2:35pm, about 7 hours daily, supporting students with personal needs and behavior plans.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, willingness to work at multiple sites as needed, and being trained in health-related areas. Immediate start, with hours based on student needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work with students with special needs and understand student needs.
• Willingness to be trained in health-related awareness and intervention.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal needs (hygiene, diapering, toileting, clothing).
• Support students with multiple challenges in classroom and school environment.
• Follow prescribed behavioral or instructional programs and maintain records.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3

Utica Community School District Davis Junior High - 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.
• 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:

• 7 hrs a day; 7:35am - 2:35pm - Special Education Teacher Assistant -Tier 3
• 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.
• 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, 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

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.14 to $20.14 Per Hour

Job Categories: Special Education > Autism, Special Education > Emotionally Disabled, Special Education > Learning Disabled, Special Education > Mentally Disabled, Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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