Paraprofessional 1:1 K-2 STRIVE

ENOS ELEM SCHOOL; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

ENOS ELEM SCHOOL seeks a Paraprofessional 1:1 for K-2 STRIVE in Springfield, IL. Starting immediately, position supports teachers with students in classroom and during meals and transitions.

Requires educator licensure with stipulations or valid IL licensure or 90-day sub licensure, plus a high school diploma. 7 hours/day, 191 days/year, and CPI training will be provided or required.

Qualifications

• Must have educator licensure or valid sub licensure in Illinois.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to follow directions and communicate with staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with students in classroom.
• Supervise students in lunchroom, playground, and during transitions.
• Assist with materials as directed by teacher.
• Assist with feeding/toileting and lifting of non-ambulatory students.
• Support student self-help skills and overall classroom activities.

Skills

Punctual

Dependable

Communicate effectively

Education

Educator Licensure with Stipulation/Illinois Licensure or 90-day sub licensure

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Springfield School District 186 Enos Elementary School - Springfield, Illinois

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Paraprofessional 1:1 K-2 STRIVE

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Job Details

Job ID: 5520851

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

HOURS PER DAY: 7 (Includes 30 min unpaid lunch)

DAYS PER YEAR: 191 (Which Includes 1 Day of CPI Training)

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Any person who is 18 years of age for Pre-K through 5 th Grade or 20 years of age or over for 6 th Grade through 12 th Grade, well mannered, well groomed, punctual, dependable, enjoys being with children and who meets the basic requirements listed below.

• Must have an Educator Licensure with Stipulation or valid Illinois Teaching Licensure or 90-day sub licensure (To obtain an Educator Licensure with Stipulations from the Regional Superintendent’s Office, you must provide proof of 60 college hours from an accredited college or pass either the ETS ParaPro Assessment test or ACT Work Keys Assessment test at Lincoln Land Community College. Both tests can be scheduled at Lincoln Land by appt.)
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to perform all job-related functions
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or written directions
• Ability to communicate and maintain good working relationships with other employees and general staff of the assigned school
• Physical and TB test
• Must take CPI course and refresher courses

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must pass pre-placement agility/fit for duty exam with MOHA

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist teacher with the students in the classroom
• Assist teacher with supervision of students in the lunchroom, on the playground, and when proceeding to and from the buses
• Use copying machine with teacher supervision to make materials for the classroom
• Assist with feeding/toileting of students requiring total care
• Assist with lifting and positioning of non-ambulatory students
• Assist student with self help skills
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $23.51 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• 3063 Fiat Ave
• Springfield, Illinois 62703
• Phone: [phone]