Wayne | 3hr Mild Mental Disability 1:1 Special Education Assistant | 2026 - 2027 School Year
$33,301–$39,582 year
On-site · Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Assist teachers with instructional, clerical, student management, and daily life activities for special education students in special education or general classrooms. School-year schedule with shifts typically between 7:15am and 3:30pm in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Responsibilities include supporting instructional activities, supervising students, and utilizing strong communication and computer skills to assist staff, students, and parents; training provided by the Special Education Department.
Required Qualifications
- Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED
- Prefer candidate who has previous experience working with students with special needs
- Must be flexible to meet the changing needs of students and have strong tutorial skills
- Must be able to relate well with students, staff and parents
- Candidate must have a strong desire to see young people be successful
- Must have a positive attitude and be able to complete tasks independently
- Must have strong office, computer, and oral and written communication skills
- Incumbents must possess knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, and basic instructional methods and techniques
- Must be willing to supervise students in community settings
- Must participate in training provided by the Special Education Department
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