Intensive Behavior Paraprofessional - Student Support

Paycom - ATS; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Job summary

Little City Center for Education in Palatine, IL seeks an Intensive Behavior Paraprofessional to assist teachers and staff in delivering educational programs and supporting students with challenging behaviors.

The role requires a HS diploma and a Paraprofessional Educator License, with preferred bachelor’s in related fields and CPI training. Responsibilities include data tracking, safety assistance, and collaborative teamwork with teachers and administrators.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required and Paraprofessional Educator License issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in education, human services, or disability related field and Paraprofessional Educator License.
• Experience required in working with individuals who engage in challenging behaviors, including but not limited to, physical aggression, self-injurious behavior, elopement, and property destruction.
• Upon acceptance, must be able to pass nonviolent crisis intervention classes as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional support to assigned students to implement educational programs as determined by the teacher/resource team/administrator.
• Maintains records and files relevant to assignment—anecdotal notes, written observations, accurate education folders.
• Tracks individual student data throughout the school day (electronic and handwritten).
• Implements behavioral programming as determined by team and monitors progress.
• Assists with personal and safety needs of students.
• Collaborates with teachers and administration and participates in required meetings.
• Supports classroom transitions, meals, toileting, and supervision during activities.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Paraprofessional Educator License

Bachelor’s Degree (education, human services, or disability related)

Job description

Little City Center for Education in Palatine, IL seeks an Intensive Behavior Paraprofessional to assist teachers and staff in delivering educational programs and supporting students with challenging behaviors.

The role requires a HS diploma and a Paraprofessional Educator License, with preferred bachelor’s in related fields and CPI training. Responsibilities include data tracking, safety assistance, and collaborative teamwork with teachers and administrators.