South Side | 4hr Autistic Disability 1:1 Special Education Assistant

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a paraprofessional to assist teachers with instructional, clerical, student management, and daily life activities for special education students in both special education and general classrooms. You will support students, supervise in community settings, and participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.

High school diploma or GED required; prior experience with students with special needs preferred; strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience with students with special needs preferred.
• Strong tutorial, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to use office computer effectively.
• 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 skills

Office software

Flexible

Positive attitude

Student support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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

Position Details

• Work Schedule: School year
• Work Hours: Shifts typically from 7:15 am to 3:30 pm. Start and end times may vary.
• Benefits: Paid holidays, paid time off, basic term life insurance, optional direct primary care plan, and various optional supplemental benefits. Positions with over 6 hours/day also include a public pension.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience working with students with special needs (preferred).
• Strong tutorial, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to use office computer effectively.
• Strong desire to help young people succeed and a positive attitude.
• Flexible to meet changing student needs.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles, basic instructional methods, and techniques.
• Willingness to supervise students in community settings.