COMPASS Paraprofessional - High School

ROE 9; Mahomet (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

ROE 9 Champaign-Ford County School Districts is seeking a compassionate Paraprofessional to support students in the COMPASS classroom at Mahomet-Seymour High School. The paraprofessional will work with students who have moderate-severe disabilities within a functional life skills curriculum and collaborate with certified staff to support academics, behavior, and daily routines.

Applicants must hold an Illinois Paraprofessional License (or Teaching License) and be willing to be trained in crisis

Qualifications

• Illinois Paraprofessional License or Teaching License required
• Experience with students with behavioral, emotional, or academic needs preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm and responsive in challenging situations
• Must be willing to be trained in crisis prevention and intervention

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Paraprofessional license

Behavioral support

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Crisis prevention

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional License

Teaching License (optional)

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - ROE #9 Champaign-Ford County School Districts

ROE #9 Champaign-Ford County School Districts

• Position Type:
  Licensed: Paraprofessional/ Teacher Aide
  

Description: Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3 is seeking a compassionate and dependable Paraprofessional to support students in the COMPASS classroom at Mahomet-Seymour High School. The COMPASS program provides structured academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students who require additional interventions to be successful in the school setting. The paraprofessional will work closely with certified staff to support student learning, behavior management, and daily classroom routines while helping create a safe, positive, and supportive environment. This position works closely with students who have moderate-severe disabilities within a functional life skills curriculum.

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.

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.

Salary: See attached 2025-2026 Aide Salary Schedule and summary of 2026 Employee Benefits. NOTE: The 2026-2027 Teacher Salary Schedule is still being finalized following contract negotiations and the starting salary is subject to change.

For More Information Contact:
Marissa Hill, Assistant Director of Student Support Services
Mahomet-Seymour CUSD #3
1301 S. Bulldog Dr.
Mahomet, IL 61853
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Postings current as of 10/10/2026 3:06:29 AM CST.

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