ML Paraeducator - Russian Speaking at North Elementary School

Des Plaines School District 62; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 26,312 - 27,689; Full time

Job summary

Des Plaines School District 62 is seeking a Russian-speaking Multilingual Learner Paraeducator for Forest Elementary School. You will support students in classrooms, assist with instruction and language development, and help with behavioral management to promote academic and social success.

This is a full-time, 10-month position ($19.10/hour starting, $20.10/hour with 3 years of paraeducator experience or a Bachelor's degree). ISBE paraprofessional license is required or eligibility to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for an ISBE Paraprofessional license.
• Full-time, 10-month school year (180 days).
• Experience assisting with classroom instruction and behavior management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to multilingual learners in various educational settings.
• Assist with classroom instruction, activities, and language development under supervision.
• Support behavioral management and individualized student needs in both languages.

Skills

Russian language

Education

Paraprofessional license (ISBE)

Job description

ML Paraeducator - Russian Speaking at Forest Elementary School JobID: 2369

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant - English Language Learners
• Date Posted:
  7/29/2026
• Location:
  District 62 Schools
• Date Available:
  8/2026
• Closing Date:
  When filled.

Position Information:

The Multilingual Learner Paraeducator provides direct support to students in various educational settings, ensuring they have the necessary assistance to succeed academically, socially, and behaviorally. Working under the supervision of a certified teacher, the Paraeducator assists with general daily classroom activities including classroom instruction, behavioral management, and individualized student needs in both languages. This is a full time, 10 month, 180 day school year position, and will work with students in various educational settings. Applicants must hold or be eligible for a Paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education: https://www.isbe.net/Documents/What-is-Paraprofessional.pdf Please see the attached job description for more information.

Mission:

The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.

District Information:

District 62 has approximately 4,800 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round, K-8 school.

Compensation Information:

The position starting salary is $19.10 per hour including fully paid individual health benefits. (Those with 3 years of experience as a paraeducator or who hold a Bachelors degree will have a starting salary of $20.10 per hour.)

• This position is part of the Des Plaines Educational Support Personnel Association and salaries are part of the collective bargaining agreement. Salary information can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/D62DPESPA

All applications will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be recommended for further interview consideration. After interviews are completed, the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources will make a recommendation to the Board of Education via the Superintendent.