Washington | Pre-K School Assistant | NAEYC

Washington | 6.5hr Pre‑K School Assistant | NAEYC

Fort Wayne Community Schools – Washington Elementary School, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Job : 5842910

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $15.01 to $18.59 per hour

PURPOSE

Assist in providing care, supervision and learning activities to preschool‑age children in a classroom environment; assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of children.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Work Schedule: School year
• Work Hours: Shifts for these positions typically occur within the hours of 7:45 am and 3:30 pm. Exact start and end times may vary based on the needs of the school.
• 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 an Indiana public retirement (INPRS).
• Pre‑K: Drug screen required for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED. 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.

Preferred candidate qualifications:

• Two years of college experience from an accredited college
• 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

Required by the National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC):
Applicants must possess or be willing to obtain one of the following:

If selected for an interview, the candidate must provide proof of education at the time of interview.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required