Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3

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

Job summary

Utica Community School District's Graebner Elementary in Sterling Heights, Michigan is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant – Tier 3. The role runs 7 hours per day, 8:00am to 3:30pm with a 30-minute lunch, supporting students with various needs and maintaining strict confidentiality.

Starting date is immediate. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a willingness to work at multiple sites as needed, with duties including personal care and classroom support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated understanding of student needs and ability to work with special needs students.
• Maintain confidentiality and composure in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist student(s) with personal needs, including hygiene, diapering, toileting and clothing.
• Follow through with prescribed behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Maintain records and contact with parents as required.
• Provide general help during down-periods and assist with mobility needs.

Skills

Special needs support

Calm demeanor

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3

Utica Community School District Graebner Elementary - 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.

Description:

• 7 hrs a day; 8:00am - 3:30pm (30 min lunch) - Special Education Teacher Assistant -Tier 3
• 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.

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3

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

This job is also posted in Utica Community School District

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:

• 7 hrs a day; 8:00am - 3:30pm (30 min lunch) - 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. 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:

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]