Empowering Special Education Assistant - Classroom Support

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Basic term life insurance

Direct primary care plan

Supplemental benefits

Public pension

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a dedicated instructional assistant to support teachers in special education and general classrooms. You will assist with instructional activities, clerical tasks, student management, and daily life activities for students.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to use a computer, flexibility, and a willingness to supervise students in community settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication (oral and written) skills.
• Ability to use an office computer effectively.
• Flexible to meet changing student needs.
• Willingness to supervise students in community settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional, clerical, student management, and daily life activities.
• Provide support to special education and general classroom students.
• Supervise students in community settings as directed.
• Participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.

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 for these positions typically occur within the hours of 7:15am and 3:30pm. Exact start and end times may vary based on the needs of the school and the number of hours allocated for the position.
• 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

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED. Prefer candidate who has previous experience working with students with special needs. Must be flexible to meet the changing needs of students and have strong tutorial skills. Must be able to relate well with students staff and parents. Candidate must have a strong desire to see young people be successful. Must have a positive attitude and be able to complete tasks independently.Must have strong office computer and oral and written communication skills. Incumbents must possess knowledge of child guidance principles and practices and basic instructional methods and techniques. Must be willing to supervise students in community settings. Must participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.

FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION:Special Education Assistant Job Description