Harrison Hill | 6.5hr Pre-K School Assistant | NAEYC

Harrison Hill Elementary School; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 2,068,000 - 2,561,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Basic Term Life Insurance

Direct Primary Care Plan

Indiana public retirement (INPRS)

Job summary

Harrison Hill Elementary School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a Part-Time Pre-K School Assistant to support classroom activities and student supervision during the school day.

The role emphasizes assisting with care, planning activities, and maintaining a positive learning environment for preschoolers. A high school diploma or GED is required along with strong communication and organization skills.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Strong office and communication skills.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and basic instructional methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing care, supervision and learning activities for preschool children.
• Help plan and implement a variety of activities to meet children's needs and interests.
• Support a positive classroom environment and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Office skills

Communication

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college

CDA credential

AA/AS in early childhood education

Job description

Harrison Hill | 6.5hr Pre-K School Assistant | NAEYC

Fort Wayne Community Schools Harrison Hill Elementary School - Fort Wayne, Indiana Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Fort Wayne Community Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5937417

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

PURPOSE

Assist in providing care, supervision and learning activities to preschool-age children in a classroom environment; assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of children.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Work Schedule: School year
• Work Hours: Shifts for these positions typically occur within the hours of 7:45am and 3:30pm. Exact start and end times may vary based on the needs of the school.
• 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 an Indiana public retirement (INPRS).
• Pre-K: Drug screen required for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED. 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.

Prefer candidate to be highly-qualified. The paraprofessional can be determined for highly-qualified if he or she has:

• Two years of college experience from an accredited college
• A two-year college degree from an accredited college
• Passed the Para-Pro Assessment
• One year or 1,000 hours of previous employment in a school or working with children
• Passed annual school-level evaluations
• Completed 48 credit hours of college level classes from an accredited college
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials

Required by the National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC): Applicants must possess or be willing to obtain one of the following:

1. A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential issued by the Council for Professional Recognition.
2. A CDA Credential equivalent as defined by NAEYC as at least 12 college credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education.
3. An associate's degree (AA) in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education.

If selected for an interview, candidate must provide proof of education at the time of interview.

FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION: School Assistant Job Description 6.5.2024.pdf

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $15.01 to $18.59 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required