Paraprofessional Classroom

SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield School District 186 Southeast High School in Springfield, Illinois is seeking a Paraprofessional to support classroom activities. The role includes assisting teachers, supervising students during meals and recreation, and helping with instructional materials.

Starting date is Immediate. The position is full-time at 7 hours per day, 191 days per year, with a hourly rate of $20.17. Applicants must meet licensure or sub-licensure requirements and complete CPI training.

Qualifications

• Must have Educator Licensure with Stipulation or valid Illinois Teaching Licensure or 90-day sub licensure.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform all job-related functions and follow verbal or written directions.
• Must take CPI course and refresher courses; TB test may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with the students in the classroom.
• Assist teacher with supervision during lunch, playground, and transport to buses.
• Use copying machine under teacher supervision to prepare materials.
• Assist with feeding and toileting of students requiring total care.

Education

Educator licensure

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Springfield School District 186 Southeast High School - Springfield, Illinois Open in Google Maps

Paraprofessional Classroom

Springfield School District 186 Southeast High School - Springfield, Illinois Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5423855

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 30, 2025 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: $20.17 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]

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