3-Hour 1:1 Autism Support Assistant (Special Education)

Glenwood Park Elementary School; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenwood Park Elementary School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, seeks a 3-hr 1:1 Autistic Disability Special Education School Assistant to support a student with instruction, routines, and daily activities throughout the school day.

The role involves working under IEP guidance, adapting materials, reinforcing skills, and promoting social interaction and communication. Training and collaboration with licensed staff are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience with students with special needs preferred.
• Must be flexible to adapt to changing student needs and communicate well with students, staff and parents.
• Strong desire to support student success and maintain a positive attitude.
• Good office, computer, and oral/written communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic instructional methods and child guidance principles is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to the assigned student throughout the school day and activities as directed by IEP.
• Assist student in accessing instruction, routines, and general education environment.
• Modify or adapt materials under supervision of licensed staff.
• Reinforce academic concepts and skills as previously taught.
• Provide prompts, cues, and redirection aligned with the educational plan.
• Support functional communication across classroom, social, and school settings.
• Use augmentative or alternative communication systems when applicable.
• Encourage social interaction, peer engagement, and self-advocacy.
• Assist with daily living activities and personal care as needed.
• Maintain student privacy and dignity; follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Strong office skills

Oral and written communication

Flexibility to meet changing needs

Ability to relate with students, staff

Independent task completion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Glenwood Park Elementary School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, seeks a 3-hr 1:1 Autistic Disability Special Education School Assistant to support a student with instruction, routines, and daily activities throughout the school day.

The role involves working under IEP guidance, adapting materials, reinforcing skills, and promoting social interaction and communication. Training and collaboration with licensed staff are provided.