Paraprofessional 1:1 STRIVE

MATHENY-WITHROW ELEM SCH; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield School District 186 Matheny-Withrow Elementary School in Springfield, IL is seeking a Paraprofessional 1:1 STRIVE to support teachers and students. The role requires an 7-hour day, 191 days per year, starting immediately, with CPI training and 1:1 aide responsibilities.

Duties include supervising students, assisting with materials, feeding and toileting, and helping non-ambulatory students; a valid educator licensure or 60 college hours is required.

Qualifications

• Must have Educator Licensure with Stipulation or valid Illinois Teaching Licensure or 90-day sub licensure.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to perform all job-related functions and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with students in the classroom.
• Supervise students in lunchroom, playground, and during transitions.
• Use copier to prepare classroom materials under teacher supervision.
• Assist with feeding and toileting of students needing total care.
• Assist with lifting and positioning of non-ambulatory students.
• Help students develop self-help skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Dependable and punctual

Follow directions

Team collaboration

Education

Educator Licensure with Stipulation or IL Teaching Licensure or 90-day sub licensure

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Springfield School District 186 Matheny-Withrow Elementary School - Springfield, Illinois Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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

Paraprofessional 1:1 STRIVE

Springfield School District 186 Matheny-Withrow Elementary School - Springfield, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Springfield School District 186

Job Details

Job ID: 5436803

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 12, 2025 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]