Bilingual Paraprofessional (2026/2027)

Joliet-Public-Schools-District-86; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Joliet Public Schools District 86 is seeking a Bilingual Paraprofessional for the 2026/2027 school year in Joliet, Illinois. The full-time position runs 6 or 6 ½ hours per day for 9 months, reporting to the Principal and Assistant Principal along with other staff.

Required are a bilingual Spanish/English capability, the Illinois PARA licensure or equivalent, and a high school diploma (or 30 college hours). Duties include instructional support, data-based reinforcement, and clerical tasks.

Qualifications

• Illinois para educator license or PARA endorsement requirement.
• High School Diploma or 30 college credit hours preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English to support students.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for classroom activities under teacher/principal direction.
• Assist with instruction and supervision during classroom activities.
• Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce new skills.
• Maintain documentation and data to support progress.
• Perform general clerical duties and operate office equipment.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Read, write, speak Spanish

Education

Valid State of Illinois Professional Educator License with Self-Contained General Education Endorsement or Educator License with Stipulations (PARA)

High School Diploma or 30 semester hours of college credit

Bilingual (Spanish / English)

Job description

Bilingual Paraprofessional (2026/2027)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5858084

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION: Paraprofessional (Bilingual Spanish)

POSITION GUIDE: Non – Non-Certificated Personnel

Full Time 6 or 6 ½ Hours - 9 Months

Bargaining Unit Position

Non–Exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal

Assistant Principal

Student Advisor

Program Coordinator

Student Services Coordinator

Classroom Teacher

RELATES TO: Parents

Other Faculty and Office Staff

SALARY AND BENEFITS: In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Board of School Inspectors of School District 86, Collective Bargaining Agreement - Joliet #86 School Related Personnel Council Aft-Local 604 found on the following link: Support Union

*Maximum 5 years full-time Experience

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Principal or Assistant Principal and assigned classroom teacher, assists in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students in a classroom or instructional setting; performs various tasks in assisting with the educational needs associated with the particular program to which assigned.

Classroom paraprofessionals, paraprofessionals, and one-to-one paraprofessionals may function in a variety of roles: those which are instructionally-based, those which are physically-management based and those which are medically-based. Job responsibilities may shift among these roles depending upon the needs of the student/s.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR CERTIFICATION:

• Valid State of Illinois Professional Educator License with Self-Contained General Education Endorsement or Educator License with Stipulations (PARA)
• High School Diploma or minimum of 30 semester hours of college credit/Degree preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish / English)
• Read, write, and speak Spanish to support students in the areas of reading, written expression, and math
• Demonstrated concern for the child’s well-being
• Willingness to accept instruction

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares for classroom and/or other assigned activities under the direction of the teacher and/or principal.
• Assist the classroom teacher with the instruction and supervision of students during classroom activities.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce new skills initially introduced by the classroom teacher.
• Assist the classroom teacher in devising and implementing strategies for reinforcing skills based on data.
• Maintain anecdotal notes, written observations, and other approved forms of documentation for students when instructed to do so by the classroom teacher.
• Assist with critical daily activities.
• Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with the public and district personnel using tact, courtesy, and good judgment.
• Ability to perform support functions requiring independent judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving in accordance with established policies and regulations.
• Ability to maintain the privacy of sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform general clerical duties such as: preparation of instructional materials, scoring student work, preparing materials for classroom use, etc.
• Operate a variety of office equipment such as copy machines, computers, and printers.
• Possess language skills including composition, punctuation, spelling, and correct usage.
• Attend building meetings and in-service training.
• Maintain commitment to ongoing professional development.

Is responsible for instructionally-based activities:

• understands the typical developmental characteristics of the age group and exceptional students
• is familiar with the teaching strategy the teacher wants to use
• is able to provide reinforcement in the way the teacher has