Part-Time Instructional Paraprofessional (Catholic School)

Diocese of Joliet; Manhattan (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Elementary Schools in Manhattan seeks an Instructional Paraprofessional Teacher Assistant for August 2025. The role supports Catholic school teaching, assists with classroom management, lesson delivery, and student supervision under the principal's direction.

Candidates should have a relevant license or substitute license, at least 60 college credits, and preferably a bachelor's in Education.

Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or substitute license preferred but not required.
• High School Diploma required.
• Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and manage classroom activities with supervision.
• Plan lessons and prepare materials.
• Assess and grade individual students.
• Maintain classroom discipline and student records.
• Attend faculty meetings and trainings as directed.
• Collaborate with parents and principal on student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional support

Communication with parents

Student assessment

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

High School Diploma

Sixty (60) credits

Bachelor's degree in Education preferred

Job description

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Elementary Schools in Manhattan seeks an Instructional Paraprofessional Teacher Assistant for August 2025. The role supports Catholic school teaching, assists with classroom management, lesson delivery, and student supervision under the principal's direction.

Candidates should have a relevant license or substitute license, at least 60 college credits, and preferably a bachelor's in Education.