Paraprofessional (Full-time)

Applitrack; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 seeks a Para-professional (Teacher's Aide) to support students at Proviso West High School. The role requires state and NCLB approval issued by the Illinois State Board of Education and may leverage a Bachelor's Degree. Prior aide experience is preferred.

You will assist with instructions, supervise students across settings, and help implement lessons under teacher supervision. Strong commitment to student safety and inclusivity is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold State and NCLB approval issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred as additional qualification.
• Experience as a teacher's aide is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs and non-English speakers.
• Tutor and assist students individually or in small groups.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, yards, gyms, and on field trips.
• Enforce school policies and rules governing student behavior.
• Observe and record student progress to inform instruction.
• Coordinate duties with classroom teachers to support learning.

Skills

Student support

Tutoring

Classroom supervision

Communication with diverse learners

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant
• Date Posted: 5/19/2026
• Location: Proviso West High School
• Date Available: 08/04/2026

POSITION TITLE: Para-professional ( Teacher's Aide)

Supervising Classroom Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Experience or Training

Must hold State and NCLB statement of approval issued by the Illinois State Board of Education

Desired Experience or Training

Bachelor's Degree

Previous experience as a teacher's aide

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 1. Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities
2. 2. Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
3. 3. Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums or on field trips
4. 4. Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
5. 5. Observe students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress
6. 6. Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
7. 7. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
8. 8. Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers using lectures, discussions or supervised role-playing methods
9. 9. Organize and label materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills
10. 10. Distribute tests and homework assignments and collect them when they are completed
11. 11. Be a positive role model for students
12. 12. Perform other duties as directed by the Building Principals, and the supervising classroom teacher

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, and other protected categories as set forth in Board Policy 5:10.