Paraprofessional Classroom K-2 STRIVE

LAKETOWN ELEM SCHOOL; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield School District 186 Laketown Elementary School in Springfield, Illinois is seeking a Paraprofessional for the K-2 STRIVE program. The role supports the teacher and students in a dynamic classroom setting.

HOURS PER DAY: 7 (includes 30 min unpaid lunch); DAYS PER YEAR: 191 (includes CPI training). Start date is immediate, with duties including supervision in lunchroom and on the playground, plus assistance with feeding and transitions, and collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age for Pre-K–5th Grade or 20+ for 6th–12th Grade.
• Must have a 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 staff.
• Must pass physical and TB test.
• Must take CPI course and refresher courses.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with students in the classroom.
• Assist with supervision of students in lunchroom, playground, and bus duties.
• Use copying machine with teacher supervision to prepare classroom materials.
• 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.

Skills

Punctual

Dependable

Interpersonal skills

Able to follow directions

Communication with staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Educator licensure or 90-day sub licensure

Job description

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

Paraprofessional Classroom K-2 STRIVE

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

This job is also posted in Springfield School District 186

Job Details

Job ID: 5966856
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 25, 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: $24.22 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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