Paraprofessional

Our Pay rates for Paraprofessionals are as follows;

              HS diploma: $19.66

              BA/BS: $20.27

              MA/MS: $20.88

HOW TO APPLY:

Complete this Online Application

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• Subject Line: Open Position: Paraprofessional
• Attach: Resume / Cover Letter

Key Words: Para, Teacher's Aide, Teacher's Assistant, Classroom Assistant, Educator, Special Education, Special Ed, Autism, Disabilities, Social Services, Therapeutic Day School

PURPOSE:

To assist, support, and work closely with teachers, administrators, and other team members in providing educational benefits for students

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The list of essential duties and responsibilities, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the task to be performed. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein is such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
1. Provides instructional support to assigned students to implement educational programs as determined by the teacher/resource team/administrator.

• Constructs/ modifies/adapts instructional materials/games/displays/learning centers
• Works with students to operate computer and supportive technology
• Supervises the student’s completion of educational activities as outlined in the IEP, observes and records data
• Maintains records and files relevant to assignment- anecdotal notes, written observations, accurate education folders

2. Implements behavioral programming as determined by team.
3. Provides personal and safety assistance to students.
4. Communicates and shares ideas and concerns with lead Teacher/Site Director, team/professional.

5. Actively participates in meetings as required.
6. Assists with critical daily activities such as classroom transition times, mealtimes and toileting.
7. Supervises students as required in classroom, media room, cafeteria/multi-purpose room, sensory room, gym playground field trips.
8. Fosters student independence.
9. Works collaboratively as a member of the team

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Help to maintain a clean and organized learning environment
• Sanitize all surfaces, equipment and classroom toys

10. Maintains American Heart Association certification in First Aid and CPR.
11. Successfully completes Little City Foundation required training, re-training, and any additional training as required by Little City Foundation policies and practices, or as assigned by his or her immediate supervisor.

Little City offers competitive salaries and benefits for eligible employees such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement plans with employer match, Flexible Spending Accounts ( FSA), life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, paid holidays, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and an employee assistance program.

High School Diploma/GED, required and Paraprofessional Educator License issued by the Illinois State Board of Education Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in education, human services, or disability related field and Paraprofessional Educator License, or Professional Educator License/Professional Educator License with Stipulations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is subject to sitting, walking, and standing for prolonged periods; frequently grasps, lifts, holds, or feels objects; occasionally stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls. The employee frequently is required to use manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination when working with persons served and handli