Long Term Substitute - Instructional Assistant Student Services

High-School-District-214; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospect High School, part of Township High School District 214, is seeking an Instructional Assistant - Long-Term Substitute in its Special Education Department. The assignment runs 01/06/2027 through 05/27/2027, with hours 7:20 am to 3:20 pm and a pay rate of $21 per hour.

The role involves close interaction with staff, students and families, assisting in implementing specialized education programs under a licensed teacher, and maintaining confidentiality while coordinating crisis responses as

Qualifications

• Must have or obtain State and NCLB Approved Paraprofessional designation in accordance with Illinois State Board of Education requirements.
• Must have physical ability to lift/move supplies, materials and office equipment up to 50 lbs, as well as students needing assistance.
• Must sit at workstation for extended period of time and/or move frequently from workstation to various other areas of building.

Responsibilities

• Implement specialized or vocational education programs under a licensed teacher.
• Collaborate with staff, students, and parents/guardians to support learning.
• Respond appropriately in crisis situations and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Paraprofessional designation

Lift 50 lbs

Extended workstation time

Education

ISBE paraprofessional requirements

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Township High School District 214

• Position Type: SUBSTITUTE teacher/support staff/ Long Term Substitute
• Date Posted: 10/15/2026
• Location: Prospect High School
• Date Available: 01/06/2027

Instructional Assistant - Long-Term Substitute at Prospect High School

Special Education Department Length of assignment: 01/06/2027 - 05/27/2027

Hours: 7:20 am to 3:20 pm Rate: $21/per hour

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This work involves close interaction with staff, students, and parents/guardians, with the primary emphasis on the implementation of specialized or vocational education programs. An Instructional Assistant works under the direction of a licensed teacher. Must be able to react appropriately in crisis situations as well as exhibit initiative and creativity.

An employee in this position works within clearly established systems and procedures, must exhibit organizational skills and exercise independent judgment and confidentiality in the performance of duties. An Instructional Assistant SS must exhibit initiative and embrace a collaborative team approach to accomplish the mission of the district.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have or obtain State and NCLB Approved Paraprofessional designation in accordance with Illinois State Board of Education requirements.
• Must have physical ability to lift/move supplies, materials and office equipment up to 50 lbs, as well as students needing assistance.
• Must sit at workstation for extended period of time and/or move frequently from workstation to various other areas of building.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status."