[Hiring] Mild Mental Disability Special Education Assistant @Fort Wayne Community Schools

Role Description

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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience working with students with special needs (preferred).
• Flexibility to meet the changing needs of students.
• Strong tutorial skills.
• Ability to relate well with students, staff, and parents.
• Strong desire to see young people be successful.
• Positive attitude and ability to complete tasks independently.
• Strong office, computer, and oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices.
• Familiarity with basic instructional methods and techniques.
• Willingness to supervise students in community settings.
• Participation in training provided by the Special Education Department.

Requirements

• Work Schedule: School year.
• Work Hours: Shifts typically occur within the hours of 7:15am and 3:30pm. Exact start and end times may vary based on the needs of the school and the number of hours allocated for the position.

Benefits

• 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.