Shambaugh | 5.5hr Autistic Disability 1:1 Special Education Assistant | 2026-2027 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 22,055 - 26,367; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Basic Term Life Insurance

Optional Direct Primary Care Plan

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a Part-Time Special Education Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The position requires assisting teachers with instructional and daily life activities for special education students.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those with experience in special needs education. The salary ranges from $16.01 to $19.14 per hour, with various benefits included for qualified positions.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience with special needs students is preferred.
• Strong desire for student success and positive attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in instructional and clerical tasks for special education students.
• Supervise students in community settings as needed.
• Participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.

Skills

Strong tutorial skills

Office skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college experience

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Shambaugh | 5.5hr Autistic Disability 1:1 Special Education Assistant | 2026-2027 School Year

Fort Wayne Community Schools, Shambaugh Elementary School - Fort Wayne, Indiana

Job ID: 5717754

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026

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.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Work Schedule: School year
• Work Hours: Shifts typically between 7:15am and 3:30pm; exact times may vary.
• 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 candidates with previous experience working with students with special needs. Must be flexible to meet students’ changing needs and have strong tutorial skills, be able to relate well with students, staff, and parents. Must have a strong desire for young people’s success, a positive attitude, and ability to complete tasks independently. Must possess strong office, computer, oral and written communication skills. Incumbents must have knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, and basic instructional methods and techniques. Must be willing to supervise students in community settings and participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.

Prefer highly‑qualified candidates. 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

Full Position Description

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $16.01 to $19.14 Per Hour

Job Categories: Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements: Citizenship, residency or work visa required