Paraprofessional Classroom K-2 STRIVE at McClernand

MCCLERNAND ELEM SCHOOL; Springfield (IL); Presencial; USD 33.000 - 37.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

McClernand Elementary School in Springfield, Illinois is seeking a Paraprofessional Classroom K-2 STRIVE to assist the teacher and support students with daily activities. The role includes supervision in lunchroom and on the playground, as well as helping prepare classroom materials and assist with student care.

The position is full-time, 7 hours per day (includes a 30‑minute unpaid lunch), 191 days per year, with an immediate starting date.

Formación

• Must be 18+ for Pre-K through 5th grade or 20+ for 6th-12th grade.
• Must have Educator Licensure with Stipulation or valid Illinois Teaching Licensure or 90-day sub licensure; provide proof of college hours or pass required tests.

Responsabilidades

• Assist teacher with students in the classroom.
• Supervise students in lunchroom, playground, and during bus transitions.
• Assist with copying materials under teacher supervision.
• Help with feeding/toileting of students requiring total care.
• Assist with lifting/ positioning of non-ambulatory students.
• Support student with self-help skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Punctual

Dependable

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Educator licensure or 90-day sub licensure

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Paraprofessional Classroom K-2 STRIVE at McClernand

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

This job is also posted in Springfield School District 186

Job Details

Job ID: 5928946

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE OF VACANCY: ParaProfessional Classroom K-2 Strive

LOCATION: McClernand Elementary School

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 5th Grade or 20 years of age or over for 6th Grade through 12th 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

$24.22 per hour (Step 1/1 - 26-27)

$25.71 per hour (Step 1 +60 - 26-27)

$26.78 per hour (Step 1 +BA - 26-27)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.22 to $26.78 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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