Behavior Support Paraprofessional — MTSS Team

North Chicago Community Unit School District #187; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

North Chicago Community Unit School District #187 is seeking a paraprofessional to work under the principal/director, supporting behavior and MTSS initiatives. You will supervise students, assist with classroom management, and collaborate with a small team of behavior specialists to foster a positive learning environment.

Required: Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License or Short Term Paraprofessional Approval and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License or Short Term Paraprofessional Approval required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prefer 60 hours college credit or an associate degree, or ISBE proficiency tests for license eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Respond to behavior as directed by the MTSS team to support student success.
• Align to school student behavior strategies.
• Implement Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavior plans with specific students.
• Collaborate with behavior specialists to improve school climate.
• Maintain professional relationships with school community stakeholders.
• Supervise individual students or small groups and assist with classroom management.
• Observe students, record data, and share insights on behavior changes.

Skills

Positive reinforcement

Confidential information

Discretion

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Dependability

Initiative

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License or Short Term Paraprofessional Approval

High school diploma or equivalent

60 hours college credit / associate degree / ISBE tests for license eligibility

Job description

North Chicago Community Unit School District #187 is seeking a paraprofessional to work under the principal/director, supporting behavior and MTSS initiatives. You will supervise students, assist with classroom management, and collaborate with a small team of behavior specialists to foster a positive learning environment.

Required: Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License or Short Term Paraprofessional Approval and a high school diploma.