HEALTH AIDE

Brandywine Community Schools•Niles, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Aide supports students with disabilities in achieving their academic, behavioral, and social goals under the direction of a certified special education teacher. This role involves providing one-on-one or small group assistance, adapting instructional materials, supporting individualized education programs (IEPs), and ensuring a safe, inclusive learning environment. Duties may include assisting with personal care needs, facilitating communication between students and staff, monitoring behavior, and supporting classroom activities. The Special Education Aide plays a vital role in helping students access the curriculum, develop life skills, and participate fully in the school community.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to supervise and ensure the safety of children in the lunchroom and on the playground.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working effectively with students and staff.
Patience, reliability, and a calm demeanor when working with young children.
Ability to enforce school rules and expectations consistently and respectfully.
Previous experience working in the healthcare field; specifically with insulin and diabetes.
Ability to lift or maneuver weight over 100 pounds.
Handling basic hygiene care with professionalism and respect.
Physical ability to stand, walk, and monitor large areas for extended periods.
Professional conduct during and after work hours.
Ability to follow all guidelines in the staff handbook.
Strong observational skills to monitor student behavior and ensure safety at all times.
Effective communication skills to interact with students and staff in a clear and respectful manner.
Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent when addressing student needs or resolving conflict.
Basic problem-solving and decision-making skills to respond appropriately to minor incidents or emergencies.
Understanding of and adherence to district policies, contract provisions, and procedures.
Commitment to supporting district and building goals.
Must maintain a drug- and alcohol-free workplace, as per district policy.
Complies with all federal, state, and district policies, including student data privacy (FERPA) and mandated reporting requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in the healthcare field; specifically with insulin and diabetes.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students with disabilities.
Adapt instructional materials.
Support individualized education programs (IEPs).
Ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.
Assist with personal care needs.
Facilitate communication between students and staff.
Monitor student behavior.
Support classroom activities.
Assist students with restroom needs.
Supervise classrooms, hallways, recess, lunchrooms, and special classes.
Collect and document data.
Assist with classwork, homework, and classroom instruction.
Provide medical assistance as needed (e.g., breathing treatments, glucose monitoring).
Perform bus and car duty.
Escort students through hallways and to various locations (e.g., lunch, specials).
Attend meetings and share information as directed by the supervising teacher.
Support teachers with school-related tasks.
Arrive on time and be ready to work at your designated start time.
Communicate any personal conflicts that may affect your workday with the building principal and classroom teacher.
Maintain confidentiality and refrain from unnecessary gossip.
Assisting with field trips, performances, or after-school activities.
Supporting special events like field day or school dances.
Participating in professional development days or extended schedules.
Stand and walk for extended periods of time during lunch and recess supervision.
Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including snow, rain, and extreme temperatures.
Monitor student behavior and ensure safety at all times.
Interact with students and staff in a clear and respectful manner.
Remain calm, patient, and consistent when addressing student needs or resolving conflict.
Respond appropriately to minor incidents or emergencies.
Adhere to district policies, contract provisions, and procedures.
Support district and building goals.
Collaborate with staff, families, and outside agencies.
Comply with all federal, state, and district policies, including student data privacy (FERPA) and mandated reporting requirements.