1:1 Special Education Aide - Empower Student Learning

Alton Community Unit School District 11; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Alton Community Unit School District No. 11 in Alton, Illinois seeks a 1:1 Special Education Teacher Assistant for 7 hours per day, 9 months, 174 days.

The assistant provides dedicated support to a specific student under the direction of the classroom teacher and the SPED team. Responsibilities include supervising the student in all settings, assisting with routines and transitions, collecting behavior data, and communicating with staff to ensure consistent instruction.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional Licensure required.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.
• Support students in various subjects under certified staff guidance.
• Cooperate with teachers to provide effective instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision near the student in all settings (classroom, hallways, lunchroom, playground, and specials).
• Follow the student’s safety plan and respond to challenging behaviors.
• Assist with activities, routines, and transitions between settings.
• Encourage communication and independence in the student.
• Collect behavior data and communicate with staff for consistency.
• Assist with personal care needs if required (toileting, feeding, mobility).
• Support the Special Education teacher with instructional and clerical tasks.
• Assist in grading and record keeping as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Building Supervisor.

Skills

Reliability

Excellent attendance

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Paraprofessional Licensure

Job description

Alton Community Unit School District No. 11 in Alton, Illinois seeks a 1:1 Special Education Teacher Assistant for 7 hours per day, 9 months, 174 days.

The assistant provides dedicated support to a specific student under the direction of the classroom teacher and the SPED team. Responsibilities include supervising the student in all settings, assisting with routines and transitions, collecting behavior data, and communicating with staff to ensure consistent instruction.