Paraeducator at Terrace Elementary School

Des Plaines School District 62; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid health benefits

Job summary

Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a Paraeducator at Terrace Elementary School to provide direct support to students with disabilities under a certified teacher.

This full-time, 10-month position includes a starting wage of $19.10 per hour with fully paid health benefits; experienced candidates with 3 years as a paraeducator or a Bachelor's degree start at $20.10.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for a Paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Direct support to students with disabilities in various educational settings.
• Assist with classroom instruction, behavioral management, and individualized student needs.
• Work under the supervision of a certified special education teacher.

Education

Paraprofessional license (ISBE)

Job description

Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a Paraeducator at Terrace 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 4,700 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
• This position includes fully paid individual health benefits. All benefits information can be found here: https://ccsd62.benefithub.com/app/home

Selection Procedure

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.