WNE Applied Skills Assistant

West Noble School Corporation; Ligonier (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

West Noble Elementary is seeking an Applied Skills Assistant to support the lead teacher and students in the Applied Skills classroom for 2nd–4th grade students needing specialized academic and behavioral support. The role emphasizes an inclusive, positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include instructional support, student advocacy, classroom management, behavioral intervention, and collaboration with the educational team to monitor progress and adapt support as needed.

Qualifications

• Must meet Highly Qualified standards set by Indiana and Federal government.
• Age 18 years or older.
• Education options: high school diploma or GED with 60 college credits or passing ParaPathways within first year.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support: assist in delivering modified lessons and provide one-on-one or small-group help.
• Student Advocacy: help students stay engaged with daily schedules and learning goals.
• Classroom Management: assist in maintaining a safe, organized, and positive classroom environment.
• Behavioral Assistance: provide guidance and help implement behavioral intervention plans.
• Collaboration: work with the educational team to monitor progress and adapt support as needed.

Skills

Instructional support

Student advocacy

Classroom management

Behavioral intervention

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credits or ParaPathways

Qualified exam within first year

Job description

WNES is hiring in the Applied Skills Classrooms! The Applied Skills Assistant provides essential support to the lead teacher and students within the Applied Skills classroom at West Noble Elementary. This role is focused on fostering an inclusive, productive learning environment for students in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades who require specialized academic and behavioral support.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support: Assist the classroom teacher in delivering modified lesson plans and providing one-on-one or small-group academic support.
• Student Advocacy: Help students navigate their daily schedules, ensuring they remain engaged and supported in their learning goals.
• Classroom Management: Assist in maintaining a safe, organized, and positive classroom environment as directed by the teacher.
• Behavioral Assistance: Provide gentle guidance and implementation of behavioral intervention plans to help students succeed socially and academically.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the educational team to monitor student progress and adapt support as needed.

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the Highly Qualified standards set by the State of Indiana and the Federal government:

• Age: Must be 18 years or older.
• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent, and one of the following:
• Completion of at least 60 college credit hours or
• A passing score on an approved qualifying exam within the first year of employment (e.g., the ParaPathways assessment).

This job description is subject to change.