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SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM AIDE 1201

41st Ave, Menominee, MI 49858 From $14.50 an hour - Full-time From $14.50 an hour - Full-time

QUALIFICATIONS

Classroom Aide:

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Instructional Classroom Aide:

Associates or higher degree in related field; or have completed 60 semester hours; or passed the State approved test (ETS Assessment).

SALARY:

$14.50 hourly rate, $1.00/hr. increase after 30 days successful employment

POSTED DATE

July 16, 2026 APPLICATION

DEADLINE

August 7, 2026

START DATE:

2026-27 School Year Beginning with Professional Development Day in August To apply, fill out the application on our website: https://www.mc-isd.org/departments/human-resources/employment/

TITLE :

Special Education Aide; Special Education Instructional Aide

QUALIFICATIONS

: High School Diploma or equivalent and/or completion of advanced training whose special education instructional aide training program has been approved by MDE. Experience working with special needs population preferred. Have an understanding and interest in the needs of special education students.

REPORT TO

: Classroom teacher, Program Principal, Director of Special Education

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Function as a member of the educational Team Help facilitate inclusion of students in to general education settings Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction of teacher and IEP-Team members Demonstrate knowledge of student needs including: medical, educational, sensory, speech/language, social/emotional, recreational, vocational, etc as identified by IEP-Team and implement interventions as warranted Assist students during academic lessons Demonstrate ability to follow written/verbal directives, time management, organizational skills and flexibility in order to meet student/classroom needs Follow all behavior plans developed by the IEP-Team Reinforce behavioral expectations as directed by the classroom teacher Support student by working individually or in small groups on activities as directed by the teacher Assist with preparation of teaching materials and documentation of student progress as directed by teacher Participate in professional training as assigned; comply with all CPI training mandates Prepare, administer and clean snack/lunch/breakfast area under teacher direction Assist students with functional tasks of dressing, eating, mobility, toileting, communicating, etc assigned by the teacher Assist with transportation needs by staffing rides; getting students to/from and on/off the vehicles Model appropriate hygiene, dress, communication, demeanor and interaction with others Assist with field trips, emergency drills, activities outside of the classroom and student supervision under direction of teacher Observe and accurately record data as instructed by the special education teacher Escort, supervise and assist students in various settings throughout the school building Facilitate appropriate social interactions with students by modeling and reinforcing acceptable behaviors Cooperate and work with all members of the IEP-Team, collaborate with school staff and outside agencies Assist substitute teachers/staff with classroom and student schedule Exhibit high level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information, use good judgment, plan and handle complex student/family needs. Make all efforts to assure the safety and well being of every student and staff member Ability to lift up to 150 pounds - appropriately use lifting devices Ability to perform activities with students including but not limited to: bending, walking, standing, sitting on floor, lifting students, positioning students, transferring students, restraining students, go up and down stairs, kneel, run, swim, carry materials, operate durable medical equipment, assist with wheelchairs and stands, operate bus/van lift. Provide accurate information of students to staff members/Team members Perform specialized skills as required which may include use of visual schedule, sign language, trachea suctioning, catheterization, feeding tube, assistive technology & approved physical management interventions Refer questions from families to appropriate staff member Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Maintain confidentiality Be flexible, willing to listen and make changes when needed Possess valid driver's license; maintain all required training certifications/licensure Regular and reliable attendance Daily travel Pass all required background checks Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to communicate effectively; Excellent verbal and written skills Ability to multitask and carry out duties as assigned Ability to complete assigned tasks with or without direct supervision Ability to integrate technology into everyday workflow Ability to develop and maintain successful working relationships with students and school staff Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions Practice safe work habits Knowledge of special education policy, law and best practices Adapt to frequent changes in work environment Occasional irregular or extended work hours to meet multiple demands Carry out the mission and values of the

MC-ISD TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

: Hours of work are determined by each program and its location. Days of work will be determined by program school calendar. Additional hours may be required to meet program activity needs. Wages and benefits as determined by Board action are outlined in the Employment Guide for Part Time and Full Time employees.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board Policy on evaluation of part time and full time personnel. Notice of Non-discrimination It is the policy of Menominee County Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs, services or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Human Resources/Office Manager, 1201 41st Ave, Menominee, MI, 49858. (906) 863-5665. MCISD is an E.O.E.

Pay:

From $14.50 per hour

Benefits:

Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person