Impactful Instructional Aide | Bonus + 403b + Tuition

Helping Hand; Countryside (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k/403b retirement plan

Bonus potential

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life/AD&D insurance

Paid holidays and time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition programs

Wellness resources

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

Helping Hand is seeking an Instructional Teaching Assistant/Paraprofessional to support students 1:1 and in small groups, assist with daily living tasks, and help implement IEP and Behavioral plans. The role partners with teachers and families to foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

The position is on-site in Countryside, IL, offering a schedule of 37.5 hours per week, with competitive hourly pay and bonus potential, plus a 403b retirement plan match.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED plus ISBE Paraprofessional Certification.
• Two years of experience in Special Education preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse student needs and follow IEP/Behavior Intervention Plans.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one and in small groups with academics and daily living tasks.
• Implement IEP and Behavior Intervention Plan strategies.
• Assist with supervision during the school day and with structured teaching, communication skill-building, toileting, and feeding when needed.
• Interact with students using positive, therapeutic approaches.
• Prepare materials, organize the classroom, maintain data charts, and document progress.
• Promote positive relationships among students, peers, and staff.
• Communicate professionally with families and team members while maintaining confidentiality.
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and agency initiatives, including crisis management training.
• Keep spaces clean, safe, and organized.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Diversity & inclusion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ISBE Paraprofessional Certification

Job description

Helping Hand is seeking an Instructional Teaching Assistant/Paraprofessional to support students 1:1 and in small groups, assist with daily living tasks, and help implement IEP and Behavioral plans. The role partners with teachers and families to foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

The position is on-site in Countryside, IL, offering a schedule of 37.5 hours per week, with competitive hourly pay and bonus potential, plus a 403b retirement plan match.