Early Childhood Classroom Support Specialist

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Urbana School District #116's Urbana Early Childhood School is seeking an Early Childhood Program Teaching Assistant to work under the supervision of a certified classroom teacher and building principal. The role supports instructional planning, assists with language development, behavior management, and daily classroom operations.

The candidate will help prepare materials, assist with the food program, and ensure a safe, respectful learning environment.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional Certificate or 60 hours of college credit required.
• 2 years of school-based experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills required.
• Ability to work with students with behavioral or learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Be part of instructional planning in classroom as arranged by classroom teacher.
• Assist with data recording, debriefing, and planning improvements.
• Attend inservice training sessions as required.
• Assist students to achieve independence and progress toward educational goals.
• Prepare instructional materials and organize classroom resources.
• Facilitate large and small group activities and child-directed learning.
• Assist with food program tasks and classroom displays.
• Support language development and sign language as needed.
• Maintain professional conduct and confidentiality.
• Assist with bus procedures and family communications.
• Collaborate with staff to meet ISBE and district mandates.
• Provide for special needs and daily care as appropriate.

Skills

Highly organized

Excellent communication

Collaboration skills

Problem solving

Behavior/support experience

Prioritization under pressure

Education

Paraprofessional Certificate or 60 hours college credit

Job description

Urbana School District #116's Urbana Early Childhood School is seeking an Early Childhood Program Teaching Assistant to work under the supervision of a certified classroom teacher and building principal. The role supports instructional planning, assists with language development, behavior management, and daily classroom operations.

The candidate will help prepare materials, assist with the food program, and ensure a safe, respectful learning environment.