Classroom Assistant - Emotionally Impaired

Summary:
We are seeking a full-time Classroom Assistant to work with emotionally impaired students at Meadowview - EI: Packard. The ideal candidate should have a passion for working with children and a desire to help them succeed academically and socially. The Classroom Assistant will work under the supervision of a certified teacher and will assist in providing a safe and supportive learning environment for emotionally impaired students.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the teacher in the implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with emotional impairments
• Provide support and guidance to students in the classroom and during activities
• Help students with daily living skills, such as personal hygiene and organization
• Monitor student behavior and intervene as needed to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
• Collaborate with other school staff, such as counselors and social workers, to provide comprehensive support to emotionally impaired students
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher or school administration

Requirements:
Required

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• One of the following:

o Pass Basic Skills Examination as approved by the Michigan Department of Education (examples may
include: ACT, SAT, Professional Readiness Exam (PRE), or Basic Skills Test (BST).
o Pass ETS Parapro Assessment
o Possession of a two-year/Associate’s degree or higher in any major
o Possession of 60 or more semester credits from an institute of higher learning and meet all state
and federal rules and regulations.

• One (1) year or more experience in a school setting providing direct support to students.

Desired

• Possession of an Associate’s Degree in education, social work, psychology, or a related field.
• One (1) year or more experience working with emotionally impaired students.
• Three (3) years or more experience working with individuals with special needs, such as:

learning disabilities, physical disabilities, emotional disabilities and behavioral disorders.