Bachelor's Degree Paraprofessional: Classroom & Behavior Support

Menta; Gillespie (IL); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO (paid time off)

403(b) retirement plan with employer 


Job summary

Menta Education Group in Gillespie, IL is seeking a Bachelor's Degree Level Paraprofessional to work with classroom instructors and staff, offering targeted teaching support and general supervision for students across PK-21.

This direct hire role requires a Substitute Teacher Certificate, a willingness to drive a student van, and the ability to handle high‑risk special needs students. Hours are 7:30am–3:00pm CT, Monday–Friday, following the school calendar, at 904 N Hard Rd, Gillespie, IL 62033.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Substitute Teacher Certificate required
• Military veterans encouraged to apply
• At least 23 years of age
• Able to work with high-risk special needs students
• Good driving record and willing to drive student van preferred

Responsibilities

• Substitute teaching as needed
• Assist instructors and staff with targeted teaching
• Manage classroom behaviors and safety
• Report behavioral concerns to staff
• Implement and maintain behavioral program policies
• Provide general supervision of students
• Respond to emergencies and incidents
• Assist in prevention and management of misbehavior
• Think quickly, independently, and tactfully

Skills

Classroom management

Behavior reporting

Interventions

Student supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education/related field

Job description

Menta Education Group in Gillespie, IL is seeking a Bachelor's Degree Level Paraprofessional to work with classroom instructors and staff, offering targeted teaching support and general supervision for students across PK-21.

This direct hire role requires a Substitute Teacher Certificate, a willingness to drive a student van, and the ability to handle high‑risk special needs students. Hours are 7:30am–3:00pm CT, Monday–Friday, following the school calendar, at 904 N Hard Rd, Gillespie, IL 62033.