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CK: Special Education Assistant (Medically Fragile), 2.25 hrs./day Start date: Sept. 2026

$38,688–$47,778 year

On-site · Traverse City, Michigan, United States

Type
Part Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
High School Or Equivalent
Company size
Medium

Job Summary

Special Education Assistant for medically fragile students provides assistance to Special Education/medically fragile students in the classroom. He/she reports to the principal or teacher designated by the principal. Assists special education students with academics in regular education classroom and with medical needs (tracheotomies, colostomies, etc.). Adapts lessons and materials to fit needs of special education children, assists with physical challenges (wheelchairs, scribe, daily life skills, and communication devices), participates in planning meetings and IEPCs, maintains records and provides support for teachers, teaches or leads small group instruction, monitors behavior of students on behavior plans, accompanies students on field trips, and performs other duties as assigned. Must be available to report during the school year; background checks required. Minimum education is a high school diploma; medical certification preferred. Part-time schedule during the school year at Traverse City, MI.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma
  • Previous college credit, WorkKeys certification or college degree preferred
  • Medical certification such as LPN, RN, etc., preferred
  • Previous experience working with 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
  • Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children
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CK: Special Education Assistant (Medically Fragile), 2.25 hrs./day Start date: Sept. 2026 · Traverse City Area Public Schools

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