Long Term Substitute - Paraprofessional (SY26-27)

Evanston/Skokie School District 65; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Evanston/Skokie School District 65 is seeking a Long Term Substitute Paraprofessional to support instructional programs and assist in supervising and instructing students with special needs in regular or self-contained classrooms. The role reports to the Principal and requires strong collaboration with teachers and support staff.

Responsibilities include adapting activities, administering tests, providing health-related assistance, attending IEP meetings, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional License is required.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under supervision to support objectives.
• Administers tests, homework and make-up work to support teachers.
• Provides first aid and medical assistance as needed.
• Assists medically fragile students with hygiene.
• Attends meetings and trainings to stay informed of job duties.
• Communicates with staff and parents to evaluate progress and implement IEP objectives.
• Implements behavioral plans designed by IEP team.
• Maintains instructional materials and records for mandated requirements.
• Monitors students for safety in various environments.
• Provides instruction to students in individual and group activities to reinforce objectives and IEP plans.
• Performs other related duties to ensure efficient operation.

Education

Paraprofessional License

Job description

Long Term Substitute - Paraprofessional (SY26-27) JobID: 5536

• Date Posted:
  10/7/2026
• Location:
  Lincolnwood Elementary School
• Date Available:
  ASAP

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