Special Education Aide
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on776, Baxter Street Southeast, Third Ward, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, 49503, United States
About the Mission
GRPS is dedicated to ensuring that all scholars are educated, self-directed, and productive members of society. The Special Education department works to provide a quality educational program specifically tailored for scholars with disabilities.
About the Role
As a Special Education Aide, you will serve as an essential team member supporting scholars with disabilities. Your day involves collaborating closely with certified teachers to plan, implement, and evaluate strategies for behavioral management, academic goals, and transitions. You will actively participate in a wide range of school activities, including IEP meetings, community-based instruction, and pool supervision.
In this role, you will assist with daily living needs such as hygiene, eating, and toileting, while also supporting physical needs like lifting and transferring scholars. You will help manage the physical learning environment, ensure safety during bus loading and unloading, and maintain accurate records regarding attendance, behavior, and medical services. Your presence is vital in creating a supportive, professional, and safe atmosphere for scholars, parents, and staff.
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
The Grand Rapids Public Schools is committed to non-discrimination and will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where all scholars and staff can thrive.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Assistance with the application process for ADA accommodations can be requested through the Human Resources Department at (616) 819-2022 or humanresources@grps.org.
Work location
Work model: On-site
776, Baxter Street Southeast, Third Ward, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, 49503, United States
Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Skills, education and keywords
Education: Associate's degree or higher, or 60 college credits, or passing ETS Paraprofessional assessment; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Special Education Aide at Grand Rapids Public Schools
What does a Special Education Aide at Grand Rapids Public Schools do?expand_more
A Special Education Aide at Grand Rapids Public Schools is responsible for the following: Support scholars with medical, adaptive daily living, and self-care needs including hygiene and toileting; Transport scholars to activities and assist with bus loading and unloading; Perform record keeping tasks such as attendance, behavior charting, and Medicaid billing; and Supervise scholars during school day activities, field trips, and pool activities.
What are the requirements for this Special Education Aide role?expand_more
To qualify for the Special Education Aide at Grand Rapids Public Schools position, applicants should have: 60 college credits OR associate's degree OR higher OR passing MDE approved ETS Paraprofessional assessment; Bachelor's degree preferred; Ability to work in variety of weather conditions; Ability to safely restrain scholars per protocols; Ability to supervise during field trips and transport; and Ability to push wheelchairs and lift/transfer students.
Where is the Special Education Aide role at Grand Rapids Public Schools located?expand_more
Special Education Aide at Grand Rapids Public Schools is based in 776, Baxter Street Southeast, Third Ward, Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, 49503, United States. This is a on-site role.