Instructional Assistant - Behavior Team (Part-Time

Instructional Assistant
- Behavior Team (Part-Time)

Holland Public Schools is located in Holland, Michigan. The district has four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school and has an enrollment of approximately 3000 students. Holland Public Schools has a diverse student population with approximately 47% Latinx, 9% Black, 6% Multiracial, 3% Asian and 35% White and approximately 64% free and reduced lunch. Holland is located on the shores of Lake Michigan with an inlet lake, Lake Macatawa.

You will love the outdoor activities, the diverse community, and be able to create the lifestyle you choose. Holland provides a small-town charm and big-city amenities. Attend our world-famous Tulip Time Festival, visit one of our neighborhood art fairs, or watch a brilliant sunset over Lake Michigan. No matter what your interests are, you won't be disappointed!

Location:

West Elementary

Terms:

School-Year/ Part-Time (29 hours/ week)

Compensation: $17.83 - $21.52/ hour (IA
- Level
2)

The Behavior Support Instructional Assistant works with students, staff, and families to support positive student behavior, social-emotional growth, and academic engagement. This position focuses on proactive behavior intervention, crisis support, and collaboration with school teams to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

• Work closely with building administrators to implement behavior plans, interventions, and adhere to the guidelines in the Student Code of Conduct.
• Support supervision during high-traffic times (arrival, passing time, lunch, dismissal).
• Assist with student follow-up after discipline incidents (re-entry conversations, reflection completion, restorative steps).
• Monitor students assigned to behavior intervention spaces or reset rooms.
• Support implementation of PBIS/MTSS Tier 1 and Tier 2 behavior supports.
• Assist with tracking behavior data, referrals, attendance concerns, and intervention progress as directed.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation related to student behavior and interventions.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with students to encourage accountability and growth.
• Serve as a consistent adult presence for students needing additional behavioral support.
• Communicate regularly with the Dean of Students and building administration regarding student progress and concerns.
• Support enforcement of school expectations, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining a calm, orderly environment aligned with school culture and values.
• Participate in safety protocols, crisis response, and training as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following:

• Completion of two years of study at an accredited institution of higher education (equivalent of 60 credit hours), OR
• Completion of an Associate Degree (or higher) from an accredited institution, OR
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment in the following areas:
• Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or
• Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• Current State Board of Education Approved Assessments:
• College Board's SAT Must score at least a 480 on evidence-based reading and writing and a 530 on math
• ETS Parapro Assessment A passing score of 460 is required
• Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) Basic Skills Test.
• MTTC Professional Readiness Examination.
• Work Keys
  - Minimum Scores:
  Reading for Information 4 Applied Math 4 Writing 3
• ACT (taken between 1/1/1989 - 10/1/2017) - Minimum Scores:
  Reading 22 Combined English and Writing 22 Math 22
• Michigan Merit Examination (MME) (taken between 1/1/2007 and 1/31/2015). Minimum Scores:
  Reading 1108 Writing 1129 Mathematics - 1116

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the building for extended periods of time Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching. Ability to intervene physically when required, including:
Implementing approved de-escalation and safety techniques. Assisting with safe physical redirection or restraint in accordance with district policy and training. Ability to lift or assist students, typically up to 40-50 pounds, as needed for safety. Ability to respond quickly to behavioral incidents or emergencies. Tolerance for high-stress situations, loud environments, and unpredictable behaviors. Sufficient vision, hearing, and communication skills to monitor student behavior and respond appropriately.