About this role
The Instructional Assistant plays a vital role in enhancing student learning by reinforcing lessons, supervising students, and providing one-on-one or small group assistance for students with special needs. General Information/Duties:
• Assist students with special needs to best understand curriculum by adapting to their learning style
• Ensure a safe and conducive environment for growth and learning consistent with policies and standards
• Work cooperatively with the teacher concerning accommodation plans for students
• Work as the resource person for complex discipline and physical situations that require intervention, screening, and follow-up
• Maintain confidentiality regarding personal information
• Effectively and consistently communicate and interact with students, parents, and staff
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings, events, or trainings
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• High moral character, integrity, and strong interpersonal communication skills
• Experience working with children with special needs and prior experience in special education settings preferred
About the District Tecumseh Public Schools is known for its excellence in academics and hard work in meeting the individual needs of each student. The guiding principle for our district, Every Student. Every Day. where we put the best interests of our students at the forefront of all we do. Our district is committed to creating experiences that prepare students for lifelong learning. OUR MISSION: The Tecumseh Public Schools community will empower every student, every day, for life success with flexible opportunities in diverse learning environments OUR VISION: Inspiring students to become empowered, innovative individuals BELIEF STATEMENTS: We believe...
• Every student deserves an outstanding education.
• An engaged community is the backbone of our success.
• In the development of the whole child.
Learn more about Tecumseh Public Schools, please visit our website at https://www.tps.k12.mi.us/