What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant position at Fruitport Community Schools?
FRUITPORT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
NOTICE OF INTENT TO EMPLOY
DEPARTMENT: Special Education
LOCATION: Edgewood Elementary ASD Classroom
POSITION: Instructional Assistant
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associates Degree or successful completion of the WorkKeys Assessment.
- Experience with children with disabilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist students with daily living skills, including but not limited to: eating, personal hygiene, toileting, communication, mobility, and any other healthcare needs.
- Ability to lift and/or support with 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, 7 hours a day
Internal candidates interested in applying for this position may do so by emailing a letter of interest to ESU Supervisor, Olivia Zienert, 3255 E. Pontaluna Rd. Fruitport, MI 49415.
External candidatesmay apply electronically by clicking on the Employment link under the Department tab on our district website at .
DATE OF POSTING: November 10, 2025
DATE POSTING ENDS: Until Filled
Fruitport Community Schools | 3255 East Pontaluna Rd. | Fruitport, MI 49415 | 231-865-4001
The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 35 per week
Work Location: In person