Paraeducator Early Childhood (EC)

Illinois School District U-46; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits & Pension eligibility may be

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 in Independence - Early Learning seeks a Paraeducator for ALL Early Learner Classrooms. This 10-month position provides support under certified staff, maintaining confidentiality and adhering to district policies.

The role involves assisting instruction, preparing materials, tracking student progress, and supporting behavioral plans. Licensing and education requirements apply; strong preference for prior educational experience.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional Educator License required.
• Associates degree or 60 college hours or high school diploma with ETS Para Pro or Work Keys exams.
• Experience in educational settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing instruction under supervision of a certified teacher.
• Collaborate with the teacher and prepare materials.
• Familiarize self with goals for individual students.
• Support behavioral programs and document student progress.
• Assist with loading/unloading student buses and escort students as directed.

Skills

Experience working with students

Education

Paraprofessional Educator License

Education requirements: associates degree or 60 college hours or equivalent

Job description

• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: Independence - Early Learning
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 06/01/2027

Position / Title:

Paraeducator – Early Learners (for ALL Early Learner Classrooms)

Bargaining Unit: DUEA Department/Location: Early Learners

Calendar Days: 195 Reports To: Building Principal/Early Learning Administrator and Assigned Teacher

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

Function / Position Summary

To support the early learner program in providing a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the needs of the students. 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 instruction under the direction and/or supervision of a certified teacher.
• Collaborate with the teacher, prepare and maintain materials.
• Familiarize self with goals and objectives for individual students in the classroom.
• Facilitate implementation of behavioral programs and procedures.
• Document student behavior and learning as directed by the teacher.
• Help in loading and unloading student buses during assigned work hours.
• Escort students as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Attend staff meetings and staff development activities as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Paraprofessional Educator License, Professional Educator or Provisional Educator License required.
• Minimum education requirement for a Paraprofessional Educator License is: associates degree or higher, completion of at least 60 semester hours of college course work or a high school diploma or GED with a passing score on theETSPara 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; 7hours per day.
• Benefits & Pension eligibility may apply, see attached for details.
• Salary and benefits established by the Board of Education and set forth in the collective bargaining agreement as applicable.
• Minimum $23.38 per hour per union agreement.