Paraeducator CC SE

Illinois School District U-46; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 is seeking a Paraeducator – Cross Categorical (including ELL) at Larkin High School to support students with an IEP under supervision of a certified staff member. The role emphasizes implementing lessons, supporting goals, and maintaining confidentiality in a classroom setting.

The position requires a Para Educator license or similar certification, 60 college hours or equivalent exam, and physical ability to assist with lifting and mobility as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in an educational setting preferred.
• Ability to follow instruction and support IEP goals.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with mobility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional activities under supervision of a certified teacher.
• Familiarize self with goals for mainstream/IEP students.
• Assist with functional curricula and behavioral programs.
• Document student behavior as directed by the teacher.
• Collaborate with teacher to prepare and maintain materials.

Skills

Student support

Team collaboration

Classroom assistance

Education

60 college hours

ETS Para Pro exam or Work Keys

Job description

• Date Posted: 8/17/2026
• Location: Larkin High School
• Date Available: 08/24/2026
• Closing Date: 06/01/2027

Position / Title: Paraeducator – Cross Categorical (including ELL)

Bargaining Unit: DUEA Department/Location: Specialized Student Services

Calendar Days: 195 Reports To: Building Principal and Assigned Teacher

JD Revision Date: 07/17/2024 Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary

To support the program in providing a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interests, and needs of students with an IEP. Perform duties and activities under direct supervision of a certified staff member. Adhere to published policies and procedures distributed by the district and school. Maintain confidentiality of student, staff and department information within the school and community.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Implement individual or small group instructional lessons under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Familiarize self with goals/objectives for mainstream/IEP students in the classroom.
• Facilitate implementation of functional community-based curriculum as assigned.
• Follow through on set behavioral programs and procedures.
• Document student behavior as directed by the teacher.
• Collaborate with the teacher, prepare and maintain materials.
• Escort students within the building, as directed by the classroom teacher
• Work cooperatively with the classroom teacher by assisting with any related activity specific to the students' IEP.
• Lift, transfer, position, toilet, etc. (this is special skills only)
• Provide input to the classroom teacher regarding student-para interactions.
• Attend staff meetings and staff development activities as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Para Educator, Substitute, Professional Educator or Provisional Educator License required.
• Minimum education requirement for a Para Educator License is completion of at least 60 semester hours of college course work or a passing score on the ETSPara Pro exam or two specific Work Keys exams.

Experience / Knowledge

• Experience working with students in an educational setting preferred.

Physical Demands

• Lift, transfer, position, toileting etc. (for special skills positions only)
• Excellent physical agility and quick response time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Terms of Employment

• This is a 10-month position.
• Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education and set forth in the collective bargaining agreement as applicable
• This is a 10-month position (195 days); 7 hrs. per day
• Minimum $22.48per hour, per union agreement
• This positionmay benefits and pension eligible, see attached for details.

Postings current as of 8/25/2026 6:36:14 AM CST.