Long-Term Paraprofessional (SY26/27)

Applitrack; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Evanston/Skokie School District 65 is seeking a Paraprofessional to support instructional programs for students with special needs in various classroom settings, including self-contained environments. This role reports to the Principal and assists with supervision, instruction, and progress monitoring.

Responsibilities include adapting activities, administering tests and assignments, providing basic health support, and collaborating with teachers and families to implement IEPs and maintain

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional license is required for this position (ISBE).
• Demonstrate consistent work attendance and punctuality.
• Maintain student and staff confidentiality.
• Work independently with small groups of students.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and materials under supervision to reinforce objectives.
• Administers tests, homework and make-up work to support instruction.
• Provides first aid and medical assistance as needed under health professional guidance.
• Assists medically fragile students with personal care needs.
• Attends meetings and trainings to enhance job performance.
• Communicates with staff and parents to review progress and IE P goals.
• Implements behavioral plans designed by IEP team under supervision.
• Maintains instructional materials and records for mandated requirements.
• Monitors students in various environments to ensure safety.
• Provides instruction in individual and group activities to reinforce objectives.
• Performs other related duties to support school operations.
• Under direct supervision, may lead or coordinate others as needed.

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Evanston/Skokie School District 65

• Date Posted:
  9/18/2026
• Location:
  Park School
• Date Available:
  09/28/2026

The job of Paraprofessional is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within assigned classroom with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of special needs students in the regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time; providing information to appropriate school personnel; and attending IEP meetings. This job reports to the Principal.

The Paraprofessional will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.

Administers tests, homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.

Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance, as needed, and as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs.

Assists medically fragile or physically disabled students for the purpose of maintaining students personal hygiene.

Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g. first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.

Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.

Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.

Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.

Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

Provides, under the supervision of the assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g. academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans; and ensuring students success in school.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services.

REQUIRED Licensure

Paraprofessional License is required for this position. If you have any questions or concerns regarding a license, please reach out to ISBE directly.

Illinois State Board of Education

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Demonstrate consistent work attendance and punctuality

Maintain student and staff confidentiality

work independently with small groups of students

Postings current as of 10/7/2026 7:47:16 PM CST.