Educational Assistant

Tradition-Rich, Future-Focused October 1, 2026 Notice of Position Vacancy 2026-2027 INTERNAL/EXTERNAL EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT - ELEMENTARY REDFORD UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT

REQUIREMENTS:

All applicants must complete the online application accessed from the Wayne RESA website: https://www.applitrack.com/resa/OnlineApp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient =43727

Application Deadline: Until Filled

• AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-

It is the policy of Redford Union Public Schools that no person shall on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or disability be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination, in employment in any of its programs or activities. Inquiries related to nondiscrimination should be related to Civil Rights Coordinator, Superintendent of Schools, Redford Union School District 17715 Brady Street, Redford, MI 48240-2117, Phone 313-242-6000. Nondiscrimination inquiries related to disability should be directed to Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Human Resources and Executive Director of Student Services (same address and phone number).

Judy Nachman Executive Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations

Tradition-Rich, Future-Focused REDFORD UNION PUBLIC SCHOOLS EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT - ELEMENTARY

JOB DESCRIPTION: Educational Assistants will work with teachers, support staff and students as directed and necessary to maintain safety and to support student learning, self-care and overall achievement and progress. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but not be limited to): Functions under the direct supervision of special education teachers and has contact with special education professionals to developing activities, routines, structures, etc., designed to support student achievement Performs those health care, instructional or other related assignments developed by a special education professional specific to student need, including toileting. Assists the special education classroom teacher, special education support personnel in the implementation of health care, instructional programs and the management of student behavior. Manages both behavioral and instructional logs as directed by the special education teacher. Monitors established goals and objectives for students in the classroom. Bending, lifting, and overhead work required. Performs other tasks as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: Must meet the Highly Qualified Requirements with one of the following: 60 College Credits Associate degree Pass ParaPro Assessment Experience in working with children/adolescents. Ability to work with and relate positively to students, parents, staff and other representatives of the community. Evidence of emotional maturity, stability and understanding of human behavior.

SALARY: Per the Redford Union Education Assistants Association (RUEAA). OTHER: This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or the ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Upon recommendation for employment, Section 1230g, as amended, of the Revised School Code requires all school employees to be electronically fingerprinted for the purpose of undergoing a criminal history background check. The fingerprinting is conducted by a third party and is at the expense of the applicant. The cost for fingerprinting is approximately $70.00.