Individual Student Aide

Niles Community Schools•Niles, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Niles Community Schools is looking for a dynamic Special Education Individual Student Aide for a Full-Time position for the 2026-2027 school year. This role requires highly-effective communication skills and professionalism for daily interaction with a diverse workforce, student population, building administration, and the community. The position reports to the Special Education Director (or designee).

Requirements

High School Graduate
Employment experience working with children.

Nice To Haves

Additional education preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and implementation of educational activities.
Supervise student(s) as directed by the teacher, and direct, assist, and instruct the student(s) as appropriate in a school setting or Community Based Instruction job sites.
Participate in meetings, committees, staffing, and other required district and building activities.
Supplement instruction by assisting the teacher with individual or small groups of students on follow-up activities.
Manage and instruct students on appropriate behavior using positive behavior support strategies.
Assist the teacher in maintaining effective communication and relationships with students, parents, administrators, school personnel, and agency representatives.
Assist students in meeting self-help, health, and behavior needs, including toileting and personal care.
Help maintain the instructional area, supplies, equipment, and facilities in a clean and safe condition.
Assist teachers and support staff in preparing materials, housekeeping, and record keeping and data collection relative to student performance.
Participate in special instructional activities to meet program and student goals (e.g., loading/unloading buses, physical education, swimming, lunch & playground supervision, CBI, transitioning to adult living, field trips, etc.).
Comply with all school district policies and procedures.
Understand and be aware of medical and physical needs of students and follow medical protocol as directed by a licensed healthcare provider.
Carry out responsibilities with little or no prompting.
Assist in managing student behavior.
Monitor students in the absence of the teacher.
Comply with Medicaid billing when applicable.
Follow established District policies/procedures regarding student medical concerns, safety, student rights, and emergency/disaster plans.
Demonstrate professional behavior in manner and appearance.
Work cooperatively with all building staff.
Demonstrate a positive attitude toward students, parents, and staff.
Demonstrate essential technology skills.
Engage in physical management with students to maintain a safe environment.
Promote self-esteem of students.
Assist in materials preparation using classroom and office equipment.
Assist in evaluating academic and behavioral performance of students.
Assist in different work locations as directed.
Maintain regular, timely, and predictable attendance.
Align student goals and objectives with district and state standards.
Maintain confidentiality regarding all student affairs.
Perform other duties as assigned by Teacher, Building Principal, Central Office Administration, and/or Superintendent of schools.