Paraeducator - Structured Learning Classroom

Sylvania; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

457(b) plan

Personal and sick days

Job summary

Libertyville School District 70 is seeking a Paraeducator for the Structured Learning Classroom for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will have autism-specific interventions knowledge and experience supporting students with ASD and behavioral challenges.

Responsibilities include aiding inclusion, implementing behavior management strategies, and supporting IEP goals. Qualifications include an Illinois Paraeducator Approval and an Associate Degree; TEACCH preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with autism and behavioral challenges in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of individualized education plans (IEPs) and autism-specific interventions.
• Familiar with Star and PCI curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support students with autism and behavioral challenges in Structured Learning Classroom.
• Facilitate inclusion of students in classroom activities and routines.
• Assist in achieving students' educational goals through behavior support and data collection.

Skills

Autism experience

Behavior management

IEPs

TEACCH certification

Star curriculum

Education

Associate Degree

TEACCH certification

Job description

Libertyville School District 70 is seeking a Paraeducator for the Structured Learning Classroom for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year. We are seeking a paraprofessional with experience and expertise in autism to join our team. This role involves supporting students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and behavioral challenges, facilitating their inclusion in the classroom, and helping them achieve their educational goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of behavior management strategies, individualized education plans (IEPs), and autism-specific interventions.

Benefits include: 2 Personal and 12 Sick days; Life, Medical and Dental Insurance; and an annual $550 457 Contribution. The pay rate is $19.93 per hour (ELS PARA or SUB) or $21.00 per hour with a PEL.
Qualifications:

• Appropriate State of Illinois Paraeducator Approval
• Associate Degree required, with a TEACCH certification preferred
• At least 1-3 years of experience working with students with autism and/or behavioral challenges, preferably in an educational setting.
• Familiarity with autism-specific interventions, behavior management techniques, and individualized education plans.
• Familiar with Star and PCI curriculum

Questions can be addressed to:

Zuica Donev

Assistant Superintendent for Student Services

via email at: [e-mail]

“Learning Together”