Dynamic Special Education Paraprofessional — Classroom Support

Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage

Fringe benefits

Annual evaluation

Job summary

Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional at T. F. North High School. You will assist the classroom teacher, tutor students as needed, and help establish a positive learning environment.

The role requires interaction with diverse learners, small-group instruction, and adherence to district policies. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Assistant Principal for Instruction.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Must hold a current Illinois Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with a paraprofessional educator endorsement OR a current Illinois Substitute License (SUB) OR a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Position reports to: Assistant Principal for Instruction.

Responsibilities

• Maintains professional relationships with staff and students.
• Supervises students in non-instruction activities; reinforces learning in small groups.
• Carries out instructional activities as planned by the teacher.
• Assists students with makeup work and feedback on performance.
• Implements behavioral management strategies in line with the teacher's plan.
• Supports the teacher with classroom management and instructional routines.

Skills

Instruction support

Small group tutoring

Behavior management

Crisis support

Student supervision

Education

Illinois Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with paraprofessional endorsement

Illinois Substitute License

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Job description

Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional at T. F. North High School. You will assist the classroom teacher, tutor students as needed, and help establish a positive learning environment.

The role requires interaction with diverse learners, small-group instruction, and adherence to district policies. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Assistant Principal for Instruction.