Extended School Year Special Education Teaching Assistant 2025-2026

Glenbard Township High School District 87; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A Midwestern school district seeks a Special Education Teaching Assistant for the Extended School Year program. Ideal candidates will have a valid Illinois Paraprofessional License and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities include assisting teachers and managing classroom dynamics. Openings are anticipated to be filled based on student enrollment. The position begins June 4, 2026, offering a supportive environment for students with special needs.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a current, valid Illinois Paraprofessional License.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices for supporting all students.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional and classroom management.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records.

Skills

Knowledge of best practices for supporting students

Strong communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Computer software experience

Education

Current Illinois Paraprofessional License

Valid Illinois Teaching Certificate

Job description

Position

Extended School Year Special Education Teaching Assistant 2025-2026 JobID: 10385

• Position Type: Extended School Year (ESY)/ Classroom Assistant ESY
• Date Posted: 1/16/2026
• Date Available: 25-26

Building: North, West, Northern Transition, Southern Transition

Openings: Anticipating 24 openings. Positions will be filled based on student enrollment

Position Type: Assistants will serve as a resource to all special education students enrolled in ESY-Compensation AFSCME positions, please see the AFSCME contract

Start Date: June 4, 2026

Extended School Year Dates/Times

In Service and Meet and Greet: June 4, 2026

June 8th - July 16th, 2026 Monday - Thursday (Staff hours 8:00 - 11:30). No school on July 6th.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a current, valid Illinois Paraprofessional License, substitute license, valid Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in DuPage County
• Knowledge of best practices as it relates to supporting (all) students' ability to learn
• Must have appropriate computer software experience; and the ability to operate office equipment, perform some data entry, and maintain records
• Strong communications skills (both oral and written)
• Strong organizational skills
• Must maintain confidentiality with regards to student records

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist teacher with instructional and classroom management

The physical demands are within the industry norm. While performing the job, the employee may be required to sit, stand, walk, lift, talk, see and/or hear, as well as to be able to operate duplicating machines and computer equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Direct Questions to:

Dawn Langdon - Student Services Coordinator for Transition and ESY

How to Apply

Interested parties should fill out the online application at District 87 - Employment.

Glenbard Township High School District 87 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 87 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. It shall be the policy of Glenbard Township High School District 87 to hire all staff without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, veteran, military status or an unfavorable discharge from service, or citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States. Glenbard Township High School District 87 is committed to a workplace free of unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation as mandated under Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act, the Boy Scouts Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.