TH: Early Childhood Special Education; ECSE Assistant Mon Thur

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Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Assistant, 7.0 (Mon.

- Thur.)

Traverse City Area Public Schools
Traverse Heights Elementary School - Traverse City, Michigan

Job : 5562943
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Mar 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

TCCAPSA: CLASSIFICATION V*

Master Agreement

TCCAPSA Benefits Summary

Location: Traverse Heights Elementary School

General

Summary:

The Special Education Assistant (Early Childhood Special Education-ECSE) provides assistance to Early Childhood Special Education students in the classroom. He/she reports to the principal and teacher of the program. The program runs Monday - Thursday, only
, 7.0 hours per day (28 hours per week), September - May.

• Assists Early Childhood Special Education students with all aspects of attending school.
• Works under the direction of the Special Education teacher to adapt lessons and materials to fit needs of Early Childhood Special Education students.
• Assists Early Childhood Special Education students in physical education, music, art, lunch, assemblies, and recess as needed.
• Works in a consistent and individualized manner with Early Childhood Special Education.
• Works in areas of self-help (toileting, diapering, dressing, feeding, dispensing medications per district policy).
• Assists with physical challenges (equipment, wheelchairs, scribing, daily life skills, communication devices).
• Maintains classroom records for Early Childhood Special Education students (attendance, behavior documentation, bus attendance, lunch count) as requested by the teacher.
• Takes part in planning meetings as requested.
• Attends training or in-services.
• Accompanies Early Childhood Special Education students on field trips as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma. Previous college credit, Work Keys certification or college degree preferred.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students and school personnel.
• Previous experience working with children.
• Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to assist with maintaining records of student progress.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to resolve conflict.
• Dependable, reliable, and protective of sensitive/confidential information.
• Willingness to attend training.
• Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.

• Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis.
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
• Duties include frequent walking and physical activity, as well as use of hands and arms for signaling and light lifting/carrying. Must have the ability to move about the classroom/building and school property, including bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, twisting, climbing, stooping, or crouching to complete work‑related tasks with and without students.
• The ability to listen and effectively orally communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
• Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
• Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently.

Incumbents work in indoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. Duties may be completed in cold and hot temperatures, including work on slippery and/or uneven surfaces. Work environment includes working around students, school equipment, and office equipment.

Must be available to report during the school year consistent with the district’s school year calendar.

The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

Part Time, School Year

$17.67 to $21.71 per hour, previous public school experience.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

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• Traverse City, Michigan 49684
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