Teacher Aide

Teacher Aide

Special Education Services

POSITION SUMMARY:

The teacher aide is under the direct supervision of the teacher. She/he must be able to follow directions, be flexible in dealing with different groups and different personalities, and maintain an open and positive attitude. A collaborative working relationship with the teacher is paramount.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent. Must be interested in gaining knowledge in child development, mental impairment, general and abnormal psychology.
• CPR and first aid training preferred.
• Past work experience with people who have cognitive impairments. Group home training
• Valid Michigan driver's license.
• Must be able to lift students, manipulate wheelchair bound students, including pulling, pushing, bending, stooping and twisting.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds. (for new positions only)

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Carry out specific behavioral objectives for students.
2. Assist in charting, counting and modifying inappropriate and maladaptive behaviors of some
3. Assist students in personal self-help skills: toileting, grooming, eating, and dressing,
4. Assist teacher in pre and post testing of individual students.
5. Assist in receiving and delivering students to and from the buses.
6. Attend in-service and staff meetings as requested.
7. Assist in developing lesson plans and in preparing materials for instructions.
8. Follow all rules and regulations identified in the Employee Handbook.
9. Regular predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

RELATED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist in giving medication and maintaining medication charts.
2. Collect and record money, forms, notes and other record keeping necessary for the room and the school.
3. Assist in the maintenance of classroom and related supplies and materials.
4. Assist in the maintenance and general housekeeping of the classroom and school.
5. Assist in preparing room, bulletin boards and display cases for the room and center.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employment Date: Pending Board approval and successful completion of employee entrance drug screening and background checks

Salary Range: In accordance with negotiated bargaining agreement wage scale

Benefits: In accordance with negotiated bargaining agreement

Work Schedule: School year

Work Day: 8:00 am – 3:20 pm

PROCEDURE: Complete on-line application at

About St. Clair County RESA

St. Clair County RESA is one of 56 intermediate school districts in Michigan. We are dedicated to providing cost-effective, high-quality services to the county's students and the seven public school districts that educate them. RESA is committed to enhancing educational opportunities for all children. We offer programs and services that promote collaboration and cost savings among local school districts and community partners.

We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment where every team member plays a crucial role in our success.

Our Mission: Partnering to educate, inform, inspire, and serve our communities

Our Vision: Educational excellence for all

Our Core Principles

• Excellence: We ensure all students flourish through an engaging education that honors their voices.
• Inclusivity: We value people for who they are, celebrate our diversity, and embrace the contributions of all students, families, and staff
• Integrity: We practice our mission and vision by acting ethically, honestly, and respectfully
• Collaboration: We engage in internal and external partnerships to promote creativity and forward-thinking
• Stewardship: We leverage human, fiscal, and material resources for the sustainability of our community

We are an equal-opportunity employer

The St. Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency Board of Education complies with all federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all requirements and regulations of the United States Department of Education and the Michigan State Department of Education.

It is the policy of the RESA Board of Education that no person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, height, weight, age, marital or family status, or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participating in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program, employment practice, or activity for which it is responsible, or for which it receives financial assistance from the United State Department of Education or the Michigan State Department of Education.

All new hires are subject to an employment entrance drug and alcohol testing and a fingerprinting/background check with law enforcement agencies.