Dual Language Paraprofessional / Grades K-1

Lake County Schools Consortium; Illinois; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Dental insurance options

Vision insurance options

Life insurance options

Paid sick leave

Participation in retirement systems

Job summary

Lake County Schools Consortium is seeking a Dual Language Paraprofessional to assist in the daily instructional program for special education students in grades K-1. This role involves supporting classroom integration, guiding small group instruction, and participating in professional development.

The ideal candidate will have state Paraprofessional approval and be dedicated to improving services for students with disabilities. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, and participation in retirement systems.

Qualifications

• Assist in all aspects of the daily instructional program for special education students.
• Participate in planning meetings and professional development as needed.
• Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in material preparation and small group instruction.
• Participate in student behavior management under the teacher's direction.
• Maintain safety and order in the classroom.

Skills

State Paraprofessional approval

Ability to guide individual instruction

Behavior management skills

Communication with staff

Education

Sixty or more college hours

Job description

Dual Language Paraprofessional / Grades K-1 JobID: 7407

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant

Licensure

State Paraprofessional approval (sixty (60) or more college hours or pass Paraprofessional Test).

Job Goal

The paraprofessional's primary role is to assist in all aspects of the daily instructional program for special education students in kindergarten – grade 8 with mild to moderate disabilities. The paraprofessional will participate in activities necessary to maintain classroom integration and to support a child's IEP in all curricula activities within both the general and special education settings.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in the preparation of materials
• With direct supervision of the teacher, guide individual and small group instruction
• Assist in behavior management under the direction of the teacher
• Participate in team planning meetings, staffing, parent conferences during regular work hours as requested by the teacher
• Participate in professional development as requested by administration
• Work collaboratively with teacher and support personnel to improve services for students
• Dress appropriately at all times consistent with the school, work site, and community standards
• Maintain classroom order, safety and materials
• Communicate student needs and performance including behavior concerns to appropriate staff
• Implement and support academic, behavioral and communication plans
• Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students
• Perform such other duties and services under the supervising and/or classroom teacher's direction
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips

Other duties as assigned by your manager, or designee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Life insurance options
• Participation in the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) or IMRF (depending on position)
• Paid sick and personal leave
• Other benefits as outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement