Lindley: PK Special Education Assistant NAEYC

Lindley: 6.5hr PK Special Education Assistant NAEYC

Fort Wayne Community Schools Lindley Elementary School - Fort Wayne, Indiana

• Job : 5741392
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

PURPOSE

Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans; provide clerical support for instructional activities.

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have strong office, computer, and oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess knowledge of child guidance principles and practices and basic instructional methods and techniques.
• Must participate in training provided by the Special Education Department.
• Must be highly qualified. The paraprofessional can be determined for highly qualified if he or she has:
  • Two years of college experience
  • A two-year college degree from an accredited college
  • Passed the Para-Pro Assessment
  • One year or 1,000 hours of previous employment in a school or working with children
  • Passed annual school-level evaluations
  • Completed 48 credit hours of college level classes from an accredited college
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials
• Must possess or be willing to obtain one of the following:
  • Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential issued by the Council for Professional Recognition.
  • A CDA Credential equivalent as defined by NAEYC – at least 12 college credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education.
  • An associate's degree (AA) in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education.

If selected for an interview, candidate must provide proof of education at time of interview (official transcripts and/or Para Pro results).

Please Note:

Salary range on posting is for FULLY qualified applicants.

• Assist certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom environment; monitor and oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects.
• Assist individual and small groups of students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects in various subject areas; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples & emotional support.
• Assist students with performing daily living and self-care activities as assigned; toilet students and change diapers and soiled clothing as needed; assist student with positioning and mobility needs; assist students with personal hygiene such as bathing and grooming.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing, typing, duplicating and filing instructional materials; grade student tests and assignments; record grades; take and record attendance.
• Explain classroom assignment and homework instructions; assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans and instructional activities; assist with student understanding of classroom rules and procedures.
• Accompany and assist students in mainstreamed classes as assigned; escort students to and from buses and classes; push student wheelchairs; lift students in and out of wheelchairs; load and unload students on and off of buses.
• Provide behavioral support for students in the classroom according to established policies and procedures; monitor students during outdoor activities and field trips as required; monitor and report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
• Assist students with performing and developing independent living, organizational, communication, social and self-help skills as assigned; assist students with handling educational materials; assist student with eating activities as needed.
• Assist students with physical therapy, occupational therapy and related exercises as assigned by the position; utilize and assist students with adaptive equipment.
• Follow health and safety practices and procedures; assist with…