Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3

Schuchard Elementary; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Schuchard Elementary in Sterling Heights, MI is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3 to support students with varied needs. The role includes assisting with personal care and implementing instructional and behavioral plans, with school-year scheduling based on attendance.

Immediate start and 8:00am–3:30pm workday are noted, with potential site changes as required. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and demonstrate a calm, patient, confidential, and

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to assist students with personal needs and health-related tasks.
• Willingness to be trained in student health awareness and interventions.
• Excellent attendance and ability to work across multiple sites as needed.
• Confidentiality and professional conduct required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal needs and daily routines.
• Support instructional and behavioral programs as directed.
• Maintain records and communicate with parents as needed.

Skills

Child-centered

Adaptability

Calm demeanor

Respect for dignity

Patience

Confidentiality

Attention to distraction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3

Utica Community School District Schuchard 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.
• 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.

This job is also posted in Utica Community School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5937031

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary

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]