Multilingual MAC Paraeducator — Classroom Support

Illinois School District U-46; Ontarioville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 is seeking a Paraeducator for the MultiAbilities Classroom (MAC). You will support students with significant academic, communication, and behavioral needs, implementing MAC curriculum and routines under supervision of a certified staff member.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, data collection, environmental setup, and transitions, while maintaining confidentiality and attending meetings.

Qualifications

• Para Educator license is required.
• 60 semester hours of college coursework or a passing score on the ETS Para Pro exam or two Work Keys exams.
• Assignments in multilingual classrooms require Spanish/English bilingual proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist MAC teacher with instructional activities.
• Support IEP goals, accommodations, and behavior supports.
• Help use communication systems, visual schedules, and structured supports.
• Follow behavioral plans and de-escalation strategies as directed.
• Assist with data collection of academics, behavior, social, and communication metrics.
• Prepare and organize materials; maintain a structured classroom.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, arrival, and dismissal.
• Escort students between classrooms and services (therapies, electives).
• Assist with loading/unloading buses as needed.
• Collaborate with staff to support student IEP needs and routines.
• Provide personal care support per needs and safety considerations.
• Support student independence, communication, self-regulation, and engagement.

Education

Para Educator license

60 semester hours / Para Pro or Work Keys

Bilingual-Spanish/English

Job description

Illinois School District U-46 is seeking a Paraeducator for the MultiAbilities Classroom (MAC). You will support students with significant academic, communication, and behavioral needs, implementing MAC curriculum and routines under supervision of a certified staff member.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, data collection, environmental setup, and transitions, while maintaining confidentiality and attending meetings.