One-On-One Special Ed Aide-Sequoyah

One‑On‑One Special Ed Aide – Sequoyah

Chippewa Valley Schools Special Services – Clinton Township, Michigan. Open in Google Maps.

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  Aug 27, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Immediately

• Location:
  
  Sequoyah
• Hours:
  
  6.25 hrs/day, 8:55am–3:40pm
• Paygrade: 4
• Pay: $16.23/hr
• Effective: 25/26 School Year

Position Summary

Supports the teacher and student to ensure the best possible learning experience for special education children in a safe and secure environment while maintaining confidentiality.

(These duties and responsibilities are judged to be “essential functions” in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act or ADA)

• Assist an individual student one‑on‑one, in small groups, or in the classroom under the supervision of the teacher(s) as directed.
• Assist students with completing academic tasks.
• Assist in engaging students with instructional activities developed by the teacher such as reading, writing, math, spelling, and life skills.
• Assist in managing student behavior by properly implementing behavior management plans, including using Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CPI) training.
• Provide support in monitoring, intervening, and redirecting student behaviors; act to prevent and de‑escalate student behavior.
• Assist students with personal needs, including but not limited to hygiene, diapering, toileting, and clothing.
• Familiarize yourself with individual student requirements and/or behavior plans.
• Assist in data collection related to behavior, academics, and instruction.
• Participate in professional development.
• Communicate with community, staff, and students to answer questions, disseminate or explain information.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations: May be required to take additional classes to address students’ specific needs.

Experience:

• Experience working with children – required.
• Experience working with special education students – preferred.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of school policies and safety regulations – required.
• Working knowledge of computers – preferred.

Skills:

• Good communication skills – required.
• Adaptability to learn – required.
• Patience – required.

Abilities:

• Ability to adapt to a variety of teaching skills – required.
• Ability to handle emotional and physical challenges – required.
• Ability to be caring, understanding, patient and friendly towards students – required.
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions – required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and community – required.
• Ability to read and interpret school policies and handbook – required.
• Ability to present information in one‑on‑one, small group, and classroom situations – required.
• Ability to physically manage student behaviors and equipment – required.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables – required.
• Ability to work in a high demanding, potentially stressful environment while maintaining composure – required.
• Ability to complete necessary training – required.
• Ability to follow through with behavioral management plans or instruction programs – required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English – required.

The employee is frequently required to sit, walk, or stand for long periods. The employee may be required to run after students when needed, stoop and bend for toileting, lift or move students, and assist with movement. The employee may need to lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 90 pounds. May facilitate use of mobility equipment, assist students on buses, and on field trips.

Noise level moderate to loud.

Special Ed Aide – One on One (FLSA: Non‑Exempt)

Principals (updated February 2024)

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