Special Education Assistant - Multi-categorical, Available 2025 - 2026 School Year

Richland School District 2; Elgin; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland School District 2 in the United States is seeking a paraeducator for a 185‑day position for the 2026‑2027 school year. The opening falls under the Grade 105 pay schedule, reflecting district compensation guidelines for classroom support staff.

Applicants must meet one of three qualifications: 60 semester hours, an Associate’s degree or higher, or a qualifying score on ParaPro or ParaPathways exams.

Qualifications

• One of three qualifications is required: 60 semester hours at an accredited institution.
• An Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution is accepted.
• A qualifying score on ParaPro or ParaPathways exams is accepted.

Education

60 semester hours

Associate's degree or higher

ParaPro or ParaPathways qualifying score

Job description

This is a 185 day position.

Pay Schedule: Grade 105.

This position is for the 2026 - 2027 school year.

This Position Requires One Of The Following

• 60 semester hours at an accredited institution of higher education; or
• an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education; or
• a qualifying score on one of the state-approved assessment exams (ParaPro or ParaPathways)

Important Note

• ParaPro exam scores will be accepted through August 31, 2026.
• ParaPathways exam scores will be accepted effective September 1, 2026.

For more information please visit the official ParaPro test prep website: Official ParaPro Test Prep.