Instructional Assistant - Behavior Team (Part-Time)

Position Type:
Support Staff/Instructional Assistant
Date Posted:
8/7/2026
Location:
Holland Middle School
Date Available:
08/21/2026
Closing Date:
Until filled
Holland Public Schools is located in Holland, Michigan. The district has four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school and has an enrollment of approximately 3000 students. We offer a dual language immersion program in Spanish in grades K-8. Holland Public Schools has a diverse student population with approximately 47% Latinx, 9% Black, 6% Multiracial, 3 % Asian and 35% White and approximately 64% free and reduced lunch.
Holland is located on the shores of Lake Michigan with an inlet lake, Lake Macatawa. You will love the outdoor activities, the diverse community, and be able to create the lifestyle you choose. Holland provides a small-town charm and big-city amenities. Attend our world-famous Tulip Time Festival, visit one of our neighborhood art fairs, or watch a brilliant sunset over Lake Michigan. No matter what your interests are, you won't be disappointed!
Title: Instructional Assistant - Behavior Team (Part-Time)
Location: Holland Middle School
Terms: School-Year/ Part-Time (29 hours/ week)
Hours: TBD (daily schedule)
Compensation: $17.83 - $21.52/ hour (IA - Level 2)
APPLICANTS: Holland Public Schools encourages applications from historically underrepresented populations, women, and persons with disabilities.
OVERVIEW: The Behavior Support Instructional Assistant works with students, staff, and families to support positive student behavior, social-emotional growth, and academic engagement. This position focuses on proactive behavior intervention, crisis support, and collaboration with school teams to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Work closely with building administrators to implement behavior plans, interventions, and adhere to the guidelines in the Student Code of Conduct.
• Support supervision during high-traffic times (arrival, passing time, lunch, dismissal).
• Assist with student follow-up after discipline incidents (re-entry conversations, reflection completion, restorative steps).
• Monitor students assigned to behavior intervention spaces or reset rooms.
• Support implementation of PBIS/MTSS Tier 1 and Tier 2 behavior supports.
• Assist with tracking behavior data, referrals, attendance concerns, and intervention progress as directed.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation related to student behavior and interventions.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with students to encourage accountability and growth.
• Serve as a consistent adult presence for students needing additional behavioral support.
• Communicate regularly with the Dean of Students and building administration regarding student progress and concerns.
• Support enforcement of school expectations, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining a calm, orderly environment aligned with school culture and values.
• Participate in safety protocols, crisis response, and training as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Completion of two years of study at an accredited institution of higher education (equivalent of 60 credit hours), OR
• Completion of an Associate Degree (or higher) from an accredited institution, OR
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment in the following areas:
  • Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or
  • Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
    • Current State Board of Education Approved Assessments:
      • College Board's SAT - Must score at least a 480 on evidence-based reading and writing and a 530 on math
      • ETS Parapro Assessment - A passing score of 460 is required Prior Approved Assessments
      • Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) Basic Skills Test.
      • MTTC Professional Readiness Examination.
      • WorkKeys - Minimum Scores:
        • Reading for Information - 4
        • Applied Math - 4
        • Writing - 3
      • ACT (taken between 1/1/1989 - 10/1/2017) - Minimum Scores:
        • Reading - 22
        • Combined English and Writing - 22
        • Math - 22
      • Michigan Merit Examination (MME) (taken between 1/1/2007 and 1/31/2015). Minimum Scores:
        • Reading - 1108
        • Writing - 1129
        • Mathematics - 1116

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the building for extended periods of time
• Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching.
• Ability to intervene physically when required, including:
  • Implementing approved de-escalation and safety techniques.
  • Assisting with safe physical redirection or restraint in accordance with district policy and training.
• Ability to lift or assist students, typically up to 40 50 pounds, as needed for safety.
• Ability to respond quickly to behavioral incidents or emergencies.
• Tolerance for high-stress situations, loud environments, and unpredictable behaviors.
• Sufficient vision, hearing, and communication skills to monitor student behavior and respond appropriately.

METHOD OF APPLICATION: All candidates should apply online at:
Per HPS Board Policy, the following information is provided to all new employees:
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district.
Holland Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, disability, or limited English proficiency in any of its programs or activities. Inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies should be directed to: The Director of Human Resources, Holland Public Schools, 320 West 24th Street, Holland, MI 49423, .