Special Ed Support & Classroom Aide-Clinton Valley

Chippewa Valley Schools•Clinton Township, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Supports the teacher and students to ensure the best possible learning experience for special education students in a safe and secure environment while maintaining confidentiality. The position assists students individually, in small groups, or in the classroom under teacher supervision; supports academic tasks and teacher-developed instructional activities; implements behavior supports and IEP accommodations; and assists students with personal care, data collection, and communication. The role is based at Clinton Valley and is scheduled for 6.25 hours per day, 8:55 a.m. to 3:40 p.m., at $17.75 per hour. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience working with children.
Knowledge of school policies and safety regulations.
Good communication skills.
Ability to learn and adapt, and to demonstrate patience and flexibility.
Ability to adapt to varied teaching skills and to handle and relate to emotional and physical challenges.
Ability to be caring, understanding, patient, and friendly toward students.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and apply common sense.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and the community; read and interpret school policies and handbooks; and present information one-on-one, in small groups, and in classroom settings.
Ability to physically manage student behaviors and equipment, including the physical strength and mobility needed to assist with student care and transfers.
Ability to solve practical problems in situations with limited standardization.
Ability and willingness to work in a demanding, potentially stressful environment while maintaining composure; complete required training; and follow behavior-management plans and instructional programs.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English for safety instructions, emergencies, documentation, and interactions with staff, students, community members, and supervisors.
Ability to take direction and feedback from school staff.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequent sitting, walking, or standing; running after students when needed; bending and stooping; assisting with toileting and hygiene; occasional lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; and pushing or pulling up to 90 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with special education students.
Working knowledge of computers.

Responsibilities

Assist students one-on-one, in small groups, or in the classroom under the teacher’s direction and supervision.
Assist the teacher with academic tasks and engage students in teacher-developed activities, including reading, writing, math, spelling, and life skills.
Support student behavior by implementing Positive Behavior Support Plans, IEP accommodations, and behavior-management strategies; monitor, intervene, redirect, prevent, and deescalate behaviors.
Assist students with personal needs, including hygiene, diapering, toileting, and clothing.
Collect data related to behavior, academics, and instruction.
Participate in professional development and attend CPI training.
Communicate with community members, staff, and students to answer questions and provide or explain information.
Assist with student movement and physical interventions, including positioning, lifting, transferring, and helping students on and off buses as needed.
Obtain and serve food and feed students or assist them with feeding when needed.
Facilitate students’ use of mobility equipment and assist students on field trips as required.