Special Education Support Specialist

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

Direct Primary Care Plan

Supplemental Benefits

Public pension (for >5.5 hours/day)

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support teachers and students in both special education and general classroom settings. The role follows a school-year schedule with hours typically 7:15am–3:30pm, adjusted by school needs.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and prefer experience with students with special needs. The position requires strong communication, flexibility, and the ability to work independently with supervision as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Preference for experience with students with special needs.
• Must be able to relate well with students, staff and parents.
• Must participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional clerical tasks.
• Support students with daily living activities within special education or general classrooms.
• Supervise students in community settings as needed.
• Maintain positive relations with students, staff and parents.

Skills

Office computer skills

Oral and written communication

Flexibility

Tutorial skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support teachers and students in both special education and general classroom settings. The role follows a school-year schedule with hours typically 7:15am–3:30pm, adjusted by school needs.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and prefer experience with students with special needs. The position requires strong communication, flexibility, and the ability to work independently with supervision as needed.