Bilingual Paraprofessional

Mchenry-School-District-15; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health insurance program with MAJ

IMRF Pension

Job summary

McHenry Middle School, part of McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15, seeks a paraprofessional for a 175-day, full-time assignment starting 10/20/2026. Requirements include a current paraprofessional license (60 college credits or ISBE Work Keys) and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include supporting a safe environment and assisting students with special needs. The position offers health insurance and IMRF pension benefits; CPI training is preferred or may be provided.

Qualifications

• Current and Valid Paraprofessional License; 60 college credit hour or Work Keys Test/other ISBE requirement for obtaining Paraprofessional License.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe environment including physical intervention as needed according to protocol.
• CPI training preferred or willing to train.
• Effectively communicate with students, teachers, parents and administration; positive attitude and dependability a must.
• Willingness or experience working with young children with special needs.

Skills

Paraprofessional license

60 college credits

Work Keys/ISBE requirement

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - The McHenry County ROE Application Consortium

The McHenry County ROE Application Consortium

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant
• Date Posted: 10/19/2026
• Location: McHenry Middle School, Grades 6-8

MCHENRY COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 15

VACANCY NOTICE

JOB TITLE/ASSIGNMENT

SCHOOL: McHenry Middle School

CERTIFICATION Current and Valid Paraprofessional License

REQUIREMENTS:

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 175 Day - Full Time

START DATE: 10/20/2026

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED SKILLS

• Current and Valid Paraprofessional License; 60 college credit hour or Work Keys Test/other ISBE requirement for obtaining Paraprofessional License.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to promote a safe environment including physical intervention as needed according to protocol.
• Candidates with CPI training preferred or willing to train.
• Ability to work as a cooperating member of a team and effectively communicate with students, teachers, parents and administration; Positive attitude and dependability a must.
• Willingness or experience working with young children with special needs.

PAY AND BENEFITS

• $17.50/hour starting plus benefits. The District can provide additional credit to candidates who have prior work experience.
• Full health insurance program with major medical.
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension).

Attach: cover letter, resume, transcripts, certificates, and four reference letters.

Executive Director of Human Resources

and Operational Support

McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15

Postings current as of 10/21/2026 8:22:00 AM CST.

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