Special Education Paraprofessional — Classroom Support

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Basic Term Life Insurance

Direct Primary Care Plan (optional)

Supplemental Benefits

Job summary

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

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, strong office computer and communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Preferred candidates have two years of college, a Para-Pro credential, or substantial school-based experience.

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.
• Incumbents must possess knowledge of child guidance principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional clerical tasks in special education or general classrooms.
• Supervise students in community settings as needed.
• Support daily life activities and behavior management as directed.

Skills

Tutorial skills

Office computer skills

Oral & written communication

Child guidance knowledge

Independent work

Education

Two years college experience

Two-year college degree

Para-Pro Assessment

1,000 hours school experience

48 credit hours

CDA credentials

Job description

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

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, strong office computer and communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Preferred candidates have two years of college, a Para-Pro credential, or substantial school-based experience.