Paraprofessionals - Program Aides

Henry County School District; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry County School District's Huntley High School is hiring a full-time Special Education Assistant for the 2026–2027 school year (10 months).

Responsibilities include assisting students with special needs, following a strict schedule, supporting the teacher, and helping meet IEP goals while ensuring safety.

Qualifications: hold an ELS paraprofessional license or a Professional Educator License (PEL); strong communication and basic math/computer skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold an ELS (Paraprofessional) license or PEL.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of staff, parents and students.
• Basic math and computer skills as well as some general office skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with special needs throughout the day with academics and daily school routines.
• Assist students in following a strict schedule and maintaining safety while school is in session.
• Assist the teacher with miscellaneous classroom tasks.
• Support the students and teacher to ensure success of each student in meeting his/her IEP goals.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Good written and oral communication

Basic math

Computer skills

Education

ELS Paraprofessional license

Professional Educator License (PEL)

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant

LOCATION OF WORK: Huntley High School

STARTING DATE: 2026 / 2027 School Year

WORK HOURS: 10 Months / Full-Time

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist students with special needs throughout the day with academics and daily school routines. Will assist the students in following a strict schedule and maintaining his/her safety while school is in session. Assist the teacher with miscellaneous classroom tasks. Support the students and teacher to ensure success of each student in meeting his/her IEP goals. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: MUST hold an ELS (Paraprofessional) license or Professional Educator License (PEL). Good written and oral communication skills, ability to communicate with all levels of staff, parents and students. Basic math and computer skills as well as some general office skills are needed.

The District prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates in. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at Huntley #158 Policies .

Postings current as of 8/5/2026 7:10:00 AM CST.