Paraprofessional One on One With Student

BUTLER ELEM SCHOOL; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BUTLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in Springfield, Illinois, part of Springfield School District 186, is seeking a Paraprofessional One on One With Student. The role supports a student in the classroom and assists with supervision during lunch, recess, and bus departures, using school resources to prepare materials under teacher guidance.

The position is full-time with 7 hours per day and 191 days per year, including CPI training.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ for Pre-K to 5th grade or 20+ for 6th–12th grade
• Proof of 60 college hours or passing ETS ParaPro/ACT Work Keys
• Ability to perform all job-related functions
• Ability to follow verbal or written directions
• Ability to communicate and maintain good working relationships
• Physical and TB test
• Must take CPI course and refresher courses

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with students in the classroom
• Supervise students in lunchroom, playground, and during bus arrivals/departures
• Use copying machine under teacher supervision to prepare classroom materials
• Assist with feeding and 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

Education

Educator Licensure with Stipulation

Illinois Teaching Licensure

90-day sub licensure

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paraprofessional One on One With Student

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Job Details

Job ID: 5945292
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 30, 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 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

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $20.77 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]