Paraprofessional - Special Education Support Aide

Herscher Intermediate School; Herscher (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Herscher Intermediate School in Herscher, Illinois is seeking a Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities under the supervision of the Special Services Director and Building Principal. This role involves coordinating with teachers, creating instructional materials, presenting subject matter, supervising students in multiple settings, and assisting with self-care.

Requirements include an Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours or passing the ParaPro Assessment, plus excellent

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 60 college credits OR pass the ParaPro Assessment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 10 lbs.
• Detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate instructional efforts with classroom teachers.
• Prepare lesson materials, bulletin boards, displays, equipment and demonstrations.
• Present subject matter to students under teacher direction.
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, yards, and gyms; on field trips.
• Assist students with self-care, hygiene and feeding as necessary.
• Serve as information resource to substitute teachers and maintain classroom environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Able to lift 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours OR ParaPro

Job description

Herscher Intermediate School in Herscher, Illinois is seeking a Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities under the supervision of the Special Services Director and Building Principal. This role involves coordinating with teachers, creating instructional materials, presenting subject matter, supervising students in multiple settings, and assisting with self-care.

Requirements include an Associate’s Degree or 60 semester hours or passing the ParaPro Assessment, plus excellent