Instructional Assistant - Job Coach

Southwest Allen County Metropolitan School District; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Allen County Metropolitan School District in Homestead High School seeks an instructional assistant for the Special Education program. You will support students in classroom and community settings, helping them learn the skills to perform job tasks and succeed in employment scenarios.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, a 9-month schedule, and daily programming that includes transporting students to job sites and monitoring progress.

Qualifications

• Two years of study (60+ hours) at a higher education institution or an associate's degree is preferred.
• Experience as a classroom assistant is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Special Education Program to support students’ skills and needs in classroom and community settings.
• Teach the necessary skills to successfully perform job tasks.
• Ensure strong communication with employers and students to facilitate progress.
• Transport students to and from various job sites.

Skills

Effective communication

Take direction

Initiative

Dependability

Education

Associate degree or higher

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant - Special Education
• Date Posted:
  10/28/2026
• Location:
  Homestead High School
• Date Available:
  ASAP

Terms of Employment

This is a 9 month position for 7 hours/day (plus 1/2 hour unpaid lunch). This position is eligible for medical coverage only. Pay is based on experience and education, ranging from $16.58 - $24.67.

Purpose

Assist the Special Education Program in helping and understanding students' skills and areas of need for a particular job, both in the classroom and in the community. Work with the employer to fully understand the technical skills, sequence of tasks and social skills required of a particular job or task. Assist students by teaching the necessary skills to successfully perform the job(s). Be available to employers and students in order to facilitate strong, effective communication. Transport students to and from various job sites. Observe, document and report progress, concerns, etc. Other responsibilities as needed and determined by the Special Education Director, Teachers and Principals.

Qualifications

Completion of two years of study (60+ hours) at an institution of higher education or possession of an associate's (or higher) degree is preferred. Previous experience as a classroom assistant desirable. Candidates must have a sincere interest in working with students in the learning process. Effective communication skills. Ability to take direction. Initiative and dependability in carrying out assignments. Patience and genuine interest in education of students. Awareness and respect for student diversity. Clerical skills, flexibility, and confidentiality required. Training for this position will be implemented upon hiring.