Inspiring Pre-K Special Education Para

Joliet-Public-Schools-District-86; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Joliet Public Schools District 86 is seeking a Pre-K Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2026‑2027 school year. Based at MARYCREST in Joliet, IL, this full-time, 9-month bargaining unit position provides instructional support under licensed staff, assisting students with special needs and contributing to individualized education plans.

Responsibilities include assisting teachers, reinforcing skills with small groups, maintaining records, and supporting classroom management and safety.

Qualifications

• Valid IL Professional Educator License PARA or equivalent.
• Degree or 60 semester hours required.
• Demonstrated concern for child’s well-being.
• Willingness to accept instruction.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for classroom and/or other activities under the direction of the teacher and/or principal.
• Assist the classroom teacher with the instruction and supervision of students during classroom activities.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce new skills initially introduced by the classroom teacher.
• Assist the classroom teacher in devising and implementing strategies for reinforcing skills based on data.
• Maintain anecdotal notes, written observations, and other approved forms of documentation for students when instructed to do so by the classroom teacher.
• Assist with critical daily activities.
• Maintain the privacy of sensitive and confidential information.

Education

Valid State of Illinois Professional Educator License with Self-Contained General Education Endorsement or Educator License with Stipulations (PARA)

Degree or minimum of 60 semester hours of college credit

Demonstrated concern for the child’s well-being

Willingness to accept instruction

Job description

Joliet Public Schools District 86 is seeking a Pre-K Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2026‑2027 school year. Based at MARYCREST in Joliet, IL, this full-time, 9-month bargaining unit position provides instructional support under licensed staff, assisting students with special needs and contributing to individualized education plans.

Responsibilities include assisting teachers, reinforcing skills with small groups, maintaining records, and supporting classroom management and safety.