Special Education Aide for Mild Disabilities

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Basic Term Life Insurance

Optional Direct Primary Care Plan

Supplemental Benefits

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support teachers and students in both special education and general classrooms. The role involves instructional clerical tasks and daily life activities for students with special needs.

The position emphasizes flexibility, strong communication with students, staff and parents, and the ability to work independently within a school-year schedule.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Prefer candidate with experience working with students with special needs.
• Must be flexible to meet changing needs of students and have strong tutorial skills.
• Must relate well with students, staff and parents.
• Must have a positive attitude and be able to complete tasks independently.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and basic instructional methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional clerical tasks.
• Support student management and daily life activities for special education students.
• Supervise students in community settings as needed.

Skills

Tutorial skills

Office computer skills

Oral and written communication

Knowledge of child guidance

Supervise students

Education

Two years of college experience

Two-year college degree

Para-Pro Assessment

1,000 hours in school/working with children

Annual school-level evaluations

48 college credit hours

CDA credentials

Job description

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support teachers and students in both special education and general classrooms. The role involves instructional clerical tasks and daily life activities for students with special needs.

The position emphasizes flexibility, strong communication with students, staff and parents, and the ability to work independently within a school-year schedule.