This paraprofessional role provides educational assistance under the direct supervision of a certified teacher or administrator. The position involves supporting instructional programs, working with students individually or in groups, preparing materials, and assisting with classroom discipline. It suits an individual who can help students with diverse learning needs and may require aptitude in technology or specialized duties.
Responsibilities
Assist teachers in planning and implementing learning experiences for students
Confer with teachers to provide feedback on student performance, progress, and testing activities
Assist teachers in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on individual student needs, interests, and abilities
Assist in monitoring classroom management in accordance with district discipline procedures, which may include physical restraint, movement, lifting, and carrying of students
Supervise students in and outside of the classroom, ensuring a safe environment
Perform various clerical functions in student record keeping, monitor assignments, assist with IEP development, and maintain accurate files
Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, and play periods
Assist with large group activities such as drill work, reading aloud, and storytelling
Read to students, listen to students read, and participate in other forms of oral communication with students
Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and make-up work as assigned by the teacher
Alert the teacher or administrator to any problem or special information about an individual student
Serve as a source of information and support to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher
Assist with record keeping to monitor students' daily and monthly data on instructional and behavioral progress
Assist classroom teacher in diagnostic testing and reporting
Provide remedial instruction as requested
Provide supervision of students in buildings or other school areas and school-related activities (e.g., hall duty, at assemblies, in lunch and playground areas, or with school buses)
Assist the classroom teacher in maintaining class and student records
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and staff
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Current Illinois Paraprofessional License or higher Illinois educator license
To qualify for Illinois paraprofessional license, must meet Federal NCLB Requirements of at least 60 semester college credits, or an AA degree or higher degree, or passing score on the state paraprofessional exam
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Knowledge of English usage, mathematics, and a basic understanding of the subjects in which assistance is provided
Knowledge of basic child guidance principles and practices
Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and playground activities
Reading and writing communication skills
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
Record-keeping techniques
Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students and staff
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to maintain confidentiality of students and their records
Ability to supervise individual or groups of students in an instructional setting without constant teacher oversight; work in a team situation
Ability to deliver instructional programs to students who have learning and physical disabilities and/or social behavior problems
Ability to work effectively in an environment which can be both physically and emotionally fatiguing; perform physically demanding requirements of the job
Ability to demonstrate standards of moral character and behavior to serve as an effective role model for students
Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude in working with children with special needs
Possess and maintain a valid First Aid card
Ability to understand basic provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Ability to understand basic elements of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
Ability to occasionally work with students who may exhibit aggressive behavior, as required of specific job assignment
Ability to occasionally work with students who require attention to basic feeding and personal hygiene needs, as required by specific job assignment
Ability to occasionally support students with medical or health needs
In an ESL/Bilingual position, if specified by the administration, ability to be bilingual in Spanish, English or other languages (speak, read and write)
Ability to occasionally perform physical activities which may include: moving and/or lifting of students with physical disabilities; moving, lifting, and/or physically restraining of students with emotional and/or behavioral disabilities
Ability to perform physical activities which may include frequent standing, walking, bending, and/or lifting
Ability to monitor and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures
Ability to relate sensitively to a diverse student population
Important Details
Application deadline: Open until filled
Responsible to: Appropriate Teacher(s)/Administrator(s)
Evaluated by: Administrator
Schedule: 180 Days
Contract: Classified
Working Conditions
Environment: School sites; indoor and outdoor settings
Physical Abilities: Standing for extended periods of time; bending at the waist to assist students; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to monitor student activities and behavior; dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities and prepare materials
