1.0 FTE INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - Special Programs $18.06/HR ($2,000 annual stipend - prorated depending upon start date)

Downers Grove Grade School District 58; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Downers Grove Grade School District 58 is seeking an Instructional Assistant for one-on-one support with middle school students under the Special Programs umbrella. The role requires a valid Para-Professional or Professional Educator's License issued by the Illinois State Board of Education and regular collaboration with classroom teachers.

The position runs Monday through Friday with daytime hours, approximately 8:00 am to 3:45 pm, and includes an annual stipend of $2,000 prorated based on

Qualifications

• Requires valid Para-Professional license or Professional Educator's License (Illinois).
• Experience supporting students one-on-one or in small groups is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff to implement instruction.

Responsibilities

• Carry out teacher's plan for instruction for individuals or small groups.
• Alert teacher to any problems or information about a student.
• Prepare materials for sessions under the guidance of the teacher.
• Support interventions, accommodations, and modifications as directed by teachers.
• Supervise learning groups and monitor student progress.
• Communicate student progress and needs to teachers.

Skills

Communication with students

Attention to individual needs

Team collaboration

Classroom management support

Education

Para-Professional license

Professional Educator's License

Tools

Educational technology tools

Job description

1.0 FTE INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - Special Programs $18.06/HR ($2,000 annual stipend - prorated depending upon start date) JobID: 2598

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 10/28/2026
• Date Available: immediately

Description

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - working with student(s) in need of one on one support

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carries out teacher's plan for instruction for individual students and/or group work.
• Alerts teacher to any problems or information about an individual student.
• Implements strategies designed and assigned by teachers to meet individual differences.
• Prepares materials for individual/group sessions under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
• Works with individuals/small groups in review, reinforcement, enrichment, and/or expansion of skills and concepts presented.
• Supports teacher(s) with the implementation of interventions, accommodations, and modifications to support students' academic, social, and emotional success.
• Supervises learning groups with teacher's direction.
• Communicates with the teacher(s) regarding children's progress, interest levels, or problem areas.
• Reviews assignments with students, monitors testing and makeup work, organizes classwork and homework for the work relevant to the specific students.
• Interacts positively with students taking into account individual differences and student needs.
• Utilizes confidential and personal information concerning students for professional purposes only, and in accordance with District regulations.
• Assumes responsibilities outside the classroom area as related to supervision of students in the school surroundings.
• Assists students with self-help, personal care skills, and health needs as necessary.
• Assists teacher in maintaining classroom discipline and supports classroom management as directed by the teacher.
• Works with various forms of media, including technology, as necessary within the job area.
• Participates in planned training sessions or inservice meetings as requested by the principal or teacher.
• Performs other assigned tasks essential to the specific position as requested by the administration.

Qualifications

Valid Para-Professional license or Professional Educator's License issued by the Illinois State Board of Education

Working Conditions

HOURS

Middle School, Monday 8:00am-2:30pm; Tues-Fri 8:00am-3:45pm

Professional Learning and Collaboration hours as dictated by contract