Part-Time Paraprofessional — Special Needs Student Support

Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District #47; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Job summary

Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District #47 is seeking a Building Paraprofessional (Part-time, .5 FTE) at Woods Creek Elementary School. The role involves supporting teachers, staff, and students, and assisting with daily activities and accommodations under IEP goals.

Starting rate $18.20/hour. Eligible for paid time off benefits and medical insurance. Posting current as of 10/16/2026.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with students with special needs.
• Willingness to learn appropriate use of technology.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and their records.
• Understand basic elements of IEP, Safety Plans and 504 Plans.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with teachers, staff, support services and students.
• Collaborate and foster teamwork.
• Maintain anecdotal notes and data recording as needed.
• Assist/monitor students to and from bus and during recess, lunch, and transitions.
• Provide support for toileting and other physical needs as required.
• Assist with adaptive equipment care and maintenance.
• Assist students during emergencies, drills and field trips.
• Implement behavioral intervention plans as needed.
• Attend ongoing training and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Desire to work with students with SPED

Willingness to learn technology

Follow oral & written instructions

Maintain confidentiality

IEP/504 safety plan awareness

Education

ISBE Paraprofessional License or Short Term Approval

Job description

Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District #47 is seeking a Building Paraprofessional (Part-time, .5 FTE) at Woods Creek Elementary School. The role involves supporting teachers, staff, and students, and assisting with daily activities and accommodations under IEP goals.

Starting rate $18.20/hour. Eligible for paid time off benefits and medical insurance. Posting current as of 10/16/2026.