Compassionate Paraprofessional, Special Ed Support

Herscher Unit 2; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Limestone MiddleSchool is seeking a Paraprofessional to work closely with handicapped pupil(s) to provide the physical help and emotional support needed to gain full benefits from the district’s special education program.

You will coordinate with classroom teachers, prepare materials, supervise students, assist with self-care and feeding, and help teach socially acceptable behavior using behavior modification and positive reinforcement.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 60 semester hours OR ParaPro Assessment completion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for work with staff and the public.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work with students.

Responsibilities

• Discuss duties with teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Prepare lesson materials, displays, equipment and demonstrations.
• Present subject matter to students under teacher guidance.
• Maintain a supportive relationship with students and avoid over-familiarity.
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, and on field trips.
• Distribute materials, tests, and homework; collect and grade work.
• Teach socially acceptable behavior using positive reinforcement.
• Work with students with multiple disabilities and use adaptive equipment.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Patience

Education

Associate’s degree or 60 sem hrs OR ParaPro

Job description

Limestone MiddleSchool is seeking a Paraprofessional to work closely with handicapped pupil(s) to provide the physical help and emotional support needed to gain full benefits from the district’s special education program.

You will coordinate with classroom teachers, prepare materials, supervise students, assist with self-care and feeding, and help teach socially acceptable behavior using behavior modification and positive reinforcement.