What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant LRE position at Fruitport Community Schools?
FRUITPORT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
NOTICE OF INTENT TO EMPLOY
DEPARTMENT: Special Education (Eastern Service Unit)
LOCATION: Edgewood Elementary
POSITION: Instructional Assistant LRE
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate's Degree or successful completion of the WorkKeys Assessment.
- Experience or willingness to support children with disabilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist students with daily living skills, organizing and using school materials, attending to tasks, and supporting communication needs.
- Ability to lift and/or support the physical transfer of students.
- Carry out instructional plans of the teacher with individual children or small groups.
- Supervise children getting on and off the bus, in hallways, on community outings, and in special activities in and outside of the school building.
- Assist with any necessary data collection or documentation.
- Ability to carry out plans developed by the teacher, occupational therapist, speech and language pathologist or other professionals involved.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or special education supervisor.
- Knowledge of and ability to implement Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.
DAYS/HOURS: Monday – Friday, start and end time TBD 7 hours/day (5.5 hours/day on delayed start Wednesdays)
Internal candidates interested in applying for this position may do so by sending a letter of interest to ESU Director Greg Bodrie, 3255 E. Pontaluna Rd, Fruitport, MI 49415.
External candidates may apply electronically by clicking on the Employment link under the Departments tab on our district website www.fruitportschools.net.
DATE OF POSTING: January 7, 2025
DATE POSTING ENDS: Until Filled
Fruitport Community Schools | 3255 East Pontaluna Rd. | Fruitport, MI 49415 | 231-865-4001
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, height, weight, marital or family status, religion, military status ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.50 - $15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $16
