Paraeducator - Structured Learning Classroom

Sylvania; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 28,543 - 30,086; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

2 Personal days

12 Sick days

Life, Medical, and Dental Insurance

$550 annual 457 Contribution

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Paraeducator in Libertyville for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting students with autism spectrum disorders and behavioral challenges. This role involves implementing behavior management strategies and helping with individualized education plans (IEPs).

Benefits include personal and sick days, life and medical insurance, and $550 annual 457 contribution.

Qualifications

• State of Illinois Paraeducator Approval required.
• 1-3 years of experience with students with autism/behavioral challenges.
• Familiarity with behavior management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support students with autism and behavioral challenges.
• Facilitate inclusion in the classroom.
• Help students achieve educational goals.

Skills

Experience with autism spectrum disorders

Behavior management strategies

Individualized education plans (IEPs)

Autism-specific interventions

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

TEACCH certification

Star curriculum

PCI curriculum

Job description

Libertyville School District 70 is seeking a Paraeducator for the Structured Learning Classroom for the 2026-2027 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 $20.72 per hour (ELS PARA or SUB) or $21.84 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