Paraeducator (STRIVE) at Forest Elementary School

Des Plaines School District 62; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 34,578,000 - 39,950,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Plaines School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois, seeks two Paraeducators for the STRIVE program at Forest Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The paraprofessional provides direct support to students with disabilities under a certified teacher, assisting with instruction, behavior management, and individualized needs.

This is a full-time, 10-month position (180 days). Starting salary is $19.10/hour with fully paid health benefits; those with 3 years of paraeducator experience

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for a Paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
• Excellent classroom support and behavior management skills.
• Ability to work under supervision of a certified special education teacher.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students with disabilities in various educational settings.
• Assist with classroom instruction and behavioral management.
• Support individualized student needs to promote academic and social success.

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Des Plaines School District 62

Paraeducator (STRIVE) at Forest Elementary School JobID: 2391

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant - Special Education
• Date Posted:
  9/21/2026
• Location:
  District 62 Schools
• Date Available:
  10/2026
• Closing Date:
  When filled.

Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking two Paraeducators in the STRIVE (Structured Teaching for Readiness, Independence, Voice, and Engagement) Program for the 2026-2027 school year 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 4,700 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

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.

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