Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3 (2 Positions)

Flickinger Elementary; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Flickinger Elementary in Utica, Michigan, part of Utica Community Schools, seeks a Special Education Teacher Assistant – Tier 3 for immediate start. Two full-time positions, 7 hours per day (8:00am–3:30pm) with a $20.14 per hour rate.

Willingness to work across sites and assist with various student needs is required. Responsibilities include supporting students with personal cares, behavioral programs and daily activities while maintaining confidentiality and a calm, patient demeanor in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated understanding of student needs and ability to work with special needs students.
• Maintain confidentiality and dignity in all student interactions.
• Assist with personal needs and health-related tasks as required.
• Willingness to be trained in health-related awareness and interventions.
• Willingness to work at multiple sites as needed.
• Good attendance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist student(s) with personal needs, including hygiene, diapering, toileting and clothing.
• Support students with multiple challenges in the classroom and school environment.
• Follow through with prescribed behavioral management or instructional programs.
• Maintain composure and communicate effectively during stressful situations.
• Assist with health-related tasks as directed and handle mobility needs.
• Maintain records as required and coordinate with staff.

Skills

Special needs support

Confidentiality

Calm demeanor

Patience

Good attendance

Physical flexibility

Adaptability

Hygiene assistance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Tier 3 (2 Positions)

Utica Community School District Flickinger Elementary - Utica, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5959964

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 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; 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: October 21, 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, 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.

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]