COMPASS Classroom Paraprofessional: Student Support

Illinois Education Job Bank; Mahomet, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 is seeking a compassionate Paraprofessional to support students in the COMPASS classroom at Mahomet-Seymour High School. The paraprofessional will assist with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions and help maintain a structured learning environment.

Responsibilities include supervising students, collecting progress data, collaborating with staff, and ensuring confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Illinois Paraprofessional License (or Teaching License) or ability to obtain required licensure.
• Experience working with students with behavioral, emotional, or academic needs preferred.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students while maintaining clear expectations and boundaries.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm, flexible, and responsive in challenging situations.
• Applicants must be willing to be trained in crisis prevention and intervention and must pass a physical ability test.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students in the COMPASS classroom under the supervision of certified staff.
• Assist with implementing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions.
• Support students with classroom assignments, organization, and task completion.
• Help maintain a structured, calm, and supportive learning environment.
• Assist with behavior monitoring, de-escalation strategies, and reinforcement plans.
• Supervise students during transitions, breaks, lunch, or other assigned times.
• Collect and maintain student progress and behavior data as directed.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to meet student needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Behavioral support

Relationship building

Education

Paraprofessional license/teaching license

Job description

Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 is seeking a compassionate Paraprofessional to support students in the COMPASS classroom at Mahomet-Seymour High School. The paraprofessional will assist with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions and help maintain a structured learning environment.

Responsibilities include supervising students, collecting progress data, collaborating with staff, and ensuring confidentiality.