Wayne | 3hr Mild Mental Disability 1:1 Special Education Assistant | 2026 - 2027 School Year

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Basic Term Life Insurance

Optional Direct Primary Care Plan

Various Optional Supplemental Benefits

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to assist teachers and support students in both special education and general classrooms. Responsibilities include managing instructional and daily life activities.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience with special needs students, and strong communication skills. Benefits include paid holidays, time off, and a pension for eligible positions.

Qualifications

• Preference for candidates with previous experience working with students with special needs.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices.
• Willingness to supervise students in community settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with various instructional activities.
• Support daily life activities for special education students.
• Participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.

Skills

Strong tutorial skills

Communication skills

Ability to relate well with students

Flexibility to meet changing needs

Independent task completion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

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

Important Details

• Work Schedule: School year
• Work Hours: Shifts typically occur within the hours of 7:15 am and 3:30 pm, with exact start and end times varying based on school needs and allocated hours.
• Benefits Included: Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Basic Term Life Insurance, Optional Direct Primary Care Plan, Various Optional Supplemental Benefits
• For positions working more than 6 hours per day, benefits also include a public pension.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preference for candidates with previous experience working with students with special needs.
• Flexible to meet the changing needs of students and strong tutorial skills.
• Ability to relate well with students, staff, and parents.
• Strong desire to see young people succeed and possess a positive attitude.
• Independent completion of tasks.
• Strong office computer and oral/written communication skills.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices and basic instructional methods and techniques.
• Willingness to supervise students in community settings.
• Participation in training provided by the Special Education Department.

Full Position Description

Special Education Assistant Job Description