Paraprofessional | Hope Learning Academy - Springfield, IL

Hope; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short & long term disability

Sick and Personal Leave Time

Tuition reimbursement for employee and

Dependent Tuition reimbursement

401(k), Profit Share, Match

Job summary

Hope Learning Academy in Springfield, IL is seeking a full-time paraprofessional to support students, assist with data entry, and help implement IEP goals. The role requires a valid Illinois paraprofessional license, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and meet background clearances.

You will help create a positive classroom environment, follow schedules, and collaborate with teachers to promote student independence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education is required.
• Paraprofessional licensure for Illinois is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support students in a classroom setting and assist with data tracking and entry.
• Provide instruction and support aligned with IEP goals.
• Encourage student independence while following the classroom schedule.
• Foster a safe, accepting learning environment for all students.

Skills

Mobility

Lift 50 lbs

Stands/walks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraprofessional licensure for Illinois

Job description

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Paraprofessional | Hope Learning Academy - Springfield, IL

Reg Full Time Technical Edwardsville, IL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3907

Salary Range: $17.15 To $18.80 Hourly

Full-Time Paraprofessional - Springfield, IL

Hourly Rate: $17.15- $18.80

Shift: Monday - Friday 7:30am-3:30pm

WHO WE ARE

Hope is a clinical, educational, and therapeutic provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our mission is to provide the best services in the most inclusive environments to encourage persons to fulfill their individual potential through evidence-based treatment, advocacy, and community education.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• 19 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• Hold or attain a Paraprofessional licensure for Illinois.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s license.
• Successful background clearance, physical, agility test, and drug/alcohol screening.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, grasp, reach, stoop, crouch, crawl, and run.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support students in a classroom setting at the Hope Learning Academy and complete appropriate data tracking and entry.
• Provide instruction and assistance that meets students’ Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and objectives.
• Encourage student independence while following the classroom schedule and implementing educational programs.
• Foster a stimulating, accepting, and safe learning environment for all students.

WHAT WE PREFER

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in an education or human services related field.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Classroom setting experience.

WHAT YOU WILL GET

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short & long term disability.
• Sick and Personal Leave Time
• Employee & Dependent Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k), Profit Share, Match

Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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