Low Incidence Paraprofessional - 6.75 Hours Per Day

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

IMRF retirement

Paid Sick and Personal time

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

ROCKFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION is seeking a Paraprofessional – Special Education to support classroom instruction and student activities in a self-contained setting. The role involves assisting with educational programs, supervising students, and helping implement behavior plans under supervision of the classroom teacher and specialists.

Ideal candidates have a minimum high school diploma and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with strong oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Good oral, written and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom management and instruction in a self-contained special education setting.
• Support students with daily activities, behavioral plans, and movement between activities.
• Assist in set up, organization and maintenance of classroom materials and spaces.
• Support transportation and supervision tasks as needed.
• Follow teacher plans and document student progress and observations.

Skills

Lift up to 50 pounds

Good oral and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Low Incidence Paraprofessional - 6.75 Hours Per Day JobID: 19727

• Position Type: Paraprofessional/ Special Education - Self Contained (AU, LI or ED)
• Date Posted: 3/24/2026

ROCKFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Paraprofessional – Special Education

Job Code: 2478

Department: Special Education

Supervisor: Building Administrator, Special Education Administrator

Date: June 15, 2000

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Compensation Range: Starts at $17.75/hour or $18.75/hour for self-contained positions

SUMMARY:

Working under supervision of the classroom teacher and other special education professionals. Carries out the educational programs developed by the special education teacher. Assists with special education students as requested by the building administrator.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

I. Classroom Management and Instruction
1. Assist with classroom management and instruction, such as ...
A. Providing attention, direction and assistance to students when appropriate.
B. Communicating regularly with the teacher regarding daily plans and any observations.
C. Tutoring individuals.
D. Working in small groups with students.
E. Implementing teacher-planned activities for individuals and small groups of students.
F. Encouraging appropriate behavior.
G. Assisting in the implementation of the students' behavior management program.
H. Observing, recording and charting academic and behavioral progress.
I. Accompanying and/or assisting mainstreamed students in regular classrooms.
J. Serving as resource person for the substitute upon teacher absence.
K. Working with general education students and other special education students in the building when requested. However, arbitrary movement of personnel outside their assignments should be avoided.

2. Assist with students outside the classroom, such as:
A. Supervising your students first at free time, in corridors, lavatories, lunchroom, playground, etc. and then the general population.
B. Helping with field trips, school parties and club activities.
C. Escorting students to various locations in building.
D. Meeting, loading and unloading buses.
E. Helping evacuate students during fire drills.

3. Assist in classroom housekeeping, such as:
A. Collecting money and keeping records.
B. Setting up room for conferences.
C. Passing out paper and supplies.
D. Assisting in set up, operation, and maintenance of equipment.
E. Caring for lights, window shades, room temperature.
F. Assist in maintaining an orderly and neat classroom environment.

4. Assist with clerical duties, such as:
A. Preparing data for reporting to parents.
B. Copying information on school records.
C. Correcting students' work which will be evaluated by a teacher.
D. Keeping files of students' work.
E. Preparing classroom material as chosen and designed by teachers (dittos, flash cards, etc).
F. Making charts, bulletin boards, and other visual materials planned by the teacher.
G. Preparing student lists.

5. Assist with physical needs of students, such as:
A. Toileting and diapering students between the ages of 3 and 21.
B. Helping student undress for swimming, participating in the pool and helping him/her get dressed afterward.
C. Assisting with lifting and positioning of students.
D. Feeding students at lunch time, carrying out prescriptive feeding programs which have been outlined by the occupational therapist for specific students after appropriate training and periodic monitoring has been implemented.

II. Assumes any other job related duties, which may from time to time be delegated by building administration/special education supervisors. Furthermore, the superior shall make any adjustments in the scope of responsibilities as outlined above which will be in the best interest of the school district.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Minimum High School Diploma

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Must possess good oral, written and communication skills.

This description is written primarily for position evaluation purposes. It describes duties and responsibilities, which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The principal activities are representative and necessarily all-inclusive.

A comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Paid Sick and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)