Special Education Paraprofessional - Student Support

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Basic Term Life Insurance

Optional Direct Primary Care Plan

Various Supplemental Benefits

Public pension when >6 hours/day

Job summary

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

The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to supervise students in various settings, including community environments, while collaborating with staff and parents to support student success.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience with students with special needs preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to supervise students in various settings and complete tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional clerical tasks and student management for special education students.
• Support daily activities and routines in classroom and community settings.
• Communicate with staff and parents as needed and participate in training.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Office computer skills

Student supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years college experience or CDA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to supervise students in various settings, including community environments, while collaborating with staff and parents to support student success.