Floating Aide

Position Type :

Support Staff / Paraprofessional

Date Posted : 9 / 24 / 2025

Location :

Ottawa Area Center (OAC)

Date Available : ASAP

Closing Date :

Until filled OAC- Floating Aide

Job Summary :

The OAC Classroom Aide supports students with special needs in a center-based program by assisting with instructional activities, data collection, personal care, behavioral support, and classroom management. This role works under the direction of the classroom teacher to help implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and ensure a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Essential Job Functions :

• Assist the teacher in delivering instructional activities, reinforcing learning, and supporting skill development.
• Provide direct support to students with physical and cognitive impairments. This may include working with students who also have autism and engage in challenging maladaptive behavior.
• Support students with personal care needs, which may include feeding, toileting, hygiene, mobility, and lifting.
• Implement behavior support strategies and crisis intervention plans as directed.
• Monitor student safety and wellbeing throughout the school day, including during transitions and outings.
• Collect data on student progress and provide input to the instructional team.
• Assist in setting up, organizing, and maintaining classroom materials and adaptive equipment.
• Support social interaction among students.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development as required.
• Performs other functions as assigned

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Notices :

Job Description Changes : Job descriptions may be subject to change based on the OAISD's 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 (616) 738-8940 Ext : 4091.