Behavior Management Assistant (CI) - Avalon Elementary

Behavior Management Assistant (CI) - Avalon Elementary

Deadline: September 24, 2026

District/Organization: South Lake Schools

Position/Type: Other, part time

Salary: $13.98 - $16.28

Position Details

SOUTH LAKE SCHOOLS

Behavior Management Assistant (CI) - Avalon Elementary

Work hours: 5 days per week, hours based on student need

(2 positions available)

Job Goal:

To provide instructional, behavioral, personal care, and social-emotional support to elementary students with cognitive impairments and related disabilities. The Behavior Management Assistant works under the direction of the classroom teacher and related service providers to support student participation in educational activities, implementation of behavior intervention plans, development of independence, and access to the general education environment whenever appropriate.

Job Requirements (May include but are not limited to):

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Support with bathrooming, toilet training, diaper changes, etc.
• Support with transition of students within the classroom and school building; may include use of verbal, gestural, and/or partial physical prompts
• Assist with snack and lunch; opening containers, preparing water cups, etc., monitor students at tables and with food items
• Copy, laminate, cut out, organize, and/or distribute instructional materials
• Support with Augmentative and Alternative Communication needs of students, following directions of CI Teacher and SLP
• Ability to follow the lead of and work collaboratively with the MiCI Teacher; follow directives provided by the MiCI Teacher
• Assist with cleaning of toys and furniture after child use
• Monitor students at recess and/or during specials
• Help elementary age children on to or off the bus; may include un/buckling, assisting up or down the stairs, etc.
• Anticipate needs of the MiCI Teacher, students, and classroom transitions
• CPI training, historical training/experience preferred

Qualifications Include:

• High School diploma required; Associates Degree or successful passage of WorkKeys test required.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with preschool-age children with special needs.
• Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed.

Employment Conditions:

• Employees shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout their employment with the District.
• Employees shall comply with all Board policies and applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including but not limited to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), applicable non-discrimination requirements, and related educational regulations.
• Such alternatives as the Superintendent or designee may find acceptable and appropriate.

ADA Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and community agencies.
• Ability to read, analyze, and prepare reports, evaluations, records, and correspondence.
• Ability to use computers, district software, and standard office equipment.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout school buildings and grounds for extended periods.
• Ability to conduct observations, meetings, and student services in a variety of school settings.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and respond appropriately during behavioral, emotional, or mental health crises.
• Ability to lift and/or move light to moderate materials and equipment as needed.
• Ability to travel between district locations and community sites as required.
• Ability to attend meetings, trainings, and school-related events that may occasionally occur outside the regular workday.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Terms of Employment: Class I - 5-7 hours per day based on student need

Compensation: Entrance Level: $13.98 Maximum level: $16.28

(based on CBA language)

The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed or ancestry, sex, marital status, genetic information, height, weight, sexual orientation, disability or age. The School District prohibits harassment and other forms of discrimination whether occurring at school, on School District property, in a School District vehicle, or at any School District related activity or event. Furthermore, the Board is committed to equal employment opportunities and the prevention of discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, promotion, and retention of staff. The Superintendent will designate compliance officers and develop and implement regulations for the reporting, investigation, and resolution of complaints of discrimination or harassment. For additional information, contact Human Resources at 23101 Stadium Blvd., St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, (586) 435-1600.

E-mail: jstern@solake.org

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