CAS: Nebraska | 5hr Behavior Support Special Education Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,366 - 25,526; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Public Pension for qualifying hours

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Fort Wayne is seeking a part-time Special Education Assistant to support teachers with instructional and daily life activities for special education students. This role requires a high school diploma and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

You will work during the school year, with shifts typically occurring between 7:15am and 3:30pm. Benefits include paid holidays, paid time off, and potential pension contributions for qualifying hours.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal skills with students, staff, and parents.
• Strong office, computer, oral, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and basic instructional methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with a variety of instructional and daily life activities for special education students.
• Willingness to supervise students in community settings.
• Participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Communication skills

Tutorial skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Special Education Assistant

Purpose

Assist teachers with a variety of instructional, clerical, student management, and daily life activities for special education students in special education or general classrooms.

Important Details

• Work Schedule: School year
• Work Hours: Shifts typically occur between 7:15am and 3:30pm. Exact start and end times may vary based on school needs and position hours.
• Benefits Included: Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Basic Term Life Insurance, Optional Direct Primary Care Plan, Various Optional Supplemental Benefits. For positions working more than 6 hours per day, benefits also include a public pension.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prefer candidates with previous experience working with students with special needs.
• Flexible to meet the changing needs of students and strong tutorial skills.
• Good interpersonal skills with students, staff, and parents.
• Positive attitude, self‑motivated, able to work independently.
• Strong office, computer, oral, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles, basic instructional methods and techniques.
• Willingness to supervise students in community settings.
• Participation in training provided by the Special Education Department.

Position Type

Part‑time

Salary

$15.51 to $18.53 Per Hour

Location

Fort Wayne Community Schools, Fort Wayne, Indiana