Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3

Eppler Junior High; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Utica Community Schools' Eppler Junior High in Utica, Michigan seeks a Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3 for the Resource Room Program focused on ASD/Behavior support. The role runs 7 hours daily, from 7:50am to 2:50pm, with responsibilities including assisting students with personal needs and implementing prescribed programs.

Starting immediately, the candidate will support students with various challenges, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Understanding of student needs and desire to work with special needs students.
• Willingness to be trained in health-related awareness and intervention.
• Ability to follow behavioral and instructional programs.
• Good attendance and ability to alertly focus in disruptive times.

Responsibilities

• Assist student(s) with personal needs including hygiene, diapering, toileting and clothing.
• Support students with multiple challenges in the classroom.
• Maintain records and contact parents as required.
• Work in Resource Room Program - ASD/Behavior.
• Location and hours may change based on student/program needs.

Skills

Patient

Confidentiality

Calm demeanor

Adaptability

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3

Utica Community School District Eppler Junior High - Utica, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5968094
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 22, 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:

• 7 hrs a day (7:50am - 2:50pm) - Special Education Teacher Assistant -Tier 3 (Resource Room Program - ASD/Behavior)
• Location may change and/or hours may increase or decrease due to student and/or program needs.
• Application deadline for UPPA Candidates: October 28, 2026 @ 4 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]