Paraprofessional | Hope Learning Academy Springfield, IL

Hope; Springfield (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

401(k), Profit Share, Match

Job summary

Hope Learning Academy Springfield, IL is seeking a Full-Time Paraprofessional to join our educational team. The role supports students in a classroom setting, aligning instruction with IEP goals and maintaining data records in a structured environment.

We value a High School Diploma or equivalent, Illinois paraprofessional licensure, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The position offers an hourly wage of $17.15–$18.80 and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• 19 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Support students in a classroom setting and complete data tracking.
• Provide instruction aligned with IEP goals and objectives.
• Encourage independence while following the classroom schedule.
• Foster a safe, stimulating learning environment for all students.

Skills

Paraprofessional licensure

Valid Illinois Driver’s license

Background clearance

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor’s in education or human services (preferred)

Job description

Paraprofessional | Hope Learning Academy Springfield, IL

Reg Full Time Technical Springfield, IL, US

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.