Full-Time Special Education Paraprofessional (High School)

LaSalle-Peru Township High School; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

LaSalle-Peru Township High School is seeking a Special Education Classroom Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports instructional programs and supervises, cares for, and assists students with special needs in general education or self-contained classrooms.

Posting requires a valid Illinois Paraprofessional License or completion of 60 college hours (or an associate degree) or a valid Illinois Professional Educator License. Work hours are 7:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Paraprofessional License or completion of 60 college semester hours at an regionally accredited institution (evidence via official transcript).
• Or an associate degree (or higher) from a regionally accredited institution (evidence via official transcript).
• Or a valid Illinois Professional Educator License.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the instructional program with responsibility for assisting in supervision, care, and instruction of students with special needs.
• Assist in implementing plans for instruction, monitor student behavior, and support personal hygiene and care when needed.

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional License or 60 semester hours or an associate degree or IL Professional Educator License

Evidence: official transcript

Job description

LaSalle-Peru Township High School is seeking a Special Education Classroom Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports instructional programs and supervises, cares for, and assists students with special needs in general education or self-contained classrooms.

Posting requires a valid Illinois Paraprofessional License or completion of 60 college hours (or an associate degree) or a valid Illinois Professional Educator License. Work hours are 7:30 a.m.