WH: Floating Special Education Assistant

WH:
Floating Special Education Assistant, 6.0 hrs/day

Traverse City Area Public Schools Willow Hill Elementary School - Traverse City, Michigan

This job is also posted in Traverse City Area Public Schools

Job : 5576080

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Employee Group: TCCAPSA

Classification: V*

Status: School year - 180 work days + 9 paid holidays

Location: Willow Hill Elementary School

Master Agreement

TCCAPSA Benefits Summary

Retirement Benefits

General

Summary:

The Special Education Assistant provides assistance to Special Education students in the classroom. He/she reports to the principal or teacher designated by the principal.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists special education student(s) with academics in regular education classroom.
• Assists students in categorical classrooms.
• Assists special education students in physical education, music, art, at lunch and recess as needed.
• Takes part in planning meetings and IEPC’s as requested.
• Assists with small group non-direct instruction.
• Assists with large group non-direct instruction.
• Assists with physical challenges (wheel‑chairs, scribe, daily life skills, communication devices).
• Works in areas of self‑help (toileting, diapering, dressing, feeding, dispensing medications per district policy)
• Monitors behavior of students on behavior plans and others as needed under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Serves as a witness for medication administration if requested.
• Attends training or in‑services.
• Accompanies special education students on field trips.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• 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.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• 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.

Environmental Conditions:

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.

Work Schedules:

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

Background Checks:

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

Position Type: Full Time, School Year

Salary: $17.67 to $21.71 Per Hour, previous public school experience

Job Categories:

Special Education >
Special Education Assistant

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