Aide Young Adult Services (Georgetown)

YAS - Aide

Job Summary:

The Special Education Aide provides instructional behavioral and personal support to students in the Young Adult Services Program. This program serves young adults with disabilities ages 1826 focusing on functional academics vocational training daily living skills and community integration. The aide works under the direction of the classroom teacher and program supervisor to promote independence safety and success for each student.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist the teacher in implementing instructional and vocational activities that support students Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Support students in functional academics daily living skills job readiness and community-based instruction.
• Provide guidance and supervision during work sites community outings and transportation as needed.
• Assist with personal care needs including feeding toileting and hygiene as appropriate.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies and support positive behavior management plans.
• Monitor and document student progress behavior and participation reporting observations to the teacher.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and maintaining a safe organized classroom and learning environment.
• Supervise students during transitions lunch breaks and other non-classroom activities.
• Collaborate with staff related service providers and community partners to support student goals.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all ISD policies procedures and state/federal regulations.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associates degree or higher in education or human services preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities especially young adults strongly preferred.
• CPI First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to be provided training upon hire.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow teacher and supervisor directions and work as part of a collaborative team.
• Patience flexibility and a positive attitude when working with students who have varying needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students staff families and community partners.
• Ability to assist with lifting transfers and physical support of students as needed.
• Knowledge of (or willingness to learn) assistive technology and adaptive equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand walk bend and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and/or assist students with mobility and self-care needs (up to 50 lbs).
• Ability to work indoors outdoors and in community settings including job sites and public transportation.

Compensation and Details:

• Pay: Per OSEA Agreement (Minimum Hourly: $20.00 per hour)
• Schedule: Full-time 185 days (August-June)
• Employee Group: union-hourly
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance with the option for cash-in-lieu of insurance. Participation in the Michigan public school retirement system (MPSERS).
• For a more detailed breakdown of our benefits package please click insurance costs click here.
• FLSA: non-exempt

Notices:

Job Description Changes: Job descriptions may be subject to change based on the OAISDs needs. This is meant to describe a basic overview of qualifications role and duties. It is not an exhaustive or fully comprehensive list as other duties may be assigned.

Ottawa Area Intermediate School District (OAISD) does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability age religion height weight marital or family status military status genetic information or any other legally protected category (collectively Protected Classes) in its programs and activities including employment. Civil Rights Coordinators are located at OAISD 13663 Port Sheldon St. Holland MI 49424 to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and grievance procedures. Telephone Ext: 4091.