Paraprofessional Classroom

ZIMMERS ACADEMY; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ZIMMERS ACADEMY in Springfield, IL is seeking a Paraprofessional Classroom to support teachers and students in a K-12 setting. This full‑time role offers 7 hours per day across 191 school days, with 30 minutes unpaid lunch.

Starting date is immediate. The position requires educator licensure or a 90‑day sub licensure, a high school diploma, the ability to follow directions, and CPI training.

Qualifications

• Must have Educator Licensure with Stipulation or valid Illinois Teaching Licensure or 90-day sub licensure.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow verbal or written directions.
• Ability to communicate and maintain good working relationships with staff.
• Pass physical and TB tests and complete CPI course.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Punctual

Dependable

Education

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

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paraprofessional Classroom

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Job Details

Job ID: 5968902
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 22, 2026 5:00 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: $20.77 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]