Paraeducator at Forest Elementary School

Des Plaines School District 62; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Plaines School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois, is seeking a Paraeducator for Forest Elementary School. The role provides direct support to students with disabilities under a certified special education teacher, assisting with instruction, behavior management, and individualized student needs.

This is a full-time, 10-month position for the 180-day school year. Starting salaries are $19.10 per hour with fully paid health benefits; those with 3 years of paraeducator experience or a

Qualifications

• Direct support to students with disabilities in various settings.
• Assist with classroom instruction and individualized student needs.
• Support student social and behavioral development.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instructional support under supervision of a special education teacher.
• Assist with behavior management and classroom routines.
• Support accommodation and modification needs for individual students.

Skills

Student support

Behavior management

Education

Paraprofessional license (ISBE)

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Des Plaines School District 62

Paraeducator at Forest Elementary School JobID: 2386

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant - Special Education
• Date Posted: 9/15/2026
• Location: District 62 Schools
• Delta Available: 10/2026
• Closing Date: When filled

Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a Paraeducator at Forest Elementary School.

Position Information:

The Special Education Paraeducator provides direct support to students with disabilities in various educational settings, ensuring they have the necessary assistance to succeed academically, socially, and behaviorally. Working under the supervision of a certified special education teacher, the paraprofessional assists with classroom instruction, behavioral management, and individualized student needs.
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.

Postings current as of 9/19/2026 8:56:48 AM CST.

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