Program Aide-CC

The St; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Positive impact on students

Collective bargaining benefits

Job summary

The St in O'Fallon, IL is seeking a Program Aide to support students with disabilities, helping with physical, emotional, and academic needs to foster participation and success within the school environment.

This position requires a paraprofessional letter of approval, strong English skills, ability to work with children, and the capacity to operate basic tech equipment. A collaborative, professional demeanor is essential.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional letter of approval is required.
• Must be able to work with and around children.
• Good command of English.
• Able to operate basic tech equipment and keyboard.
• Maintain confidentiality and present a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Support students with disabilities to participate in class and activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to create a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Supervise students in classrooms, libraries, and on the playground.
• Assist with daily tasks such as transitions, dressing, and restroom use.
• Support instructional activities by reinforcing lessons and guiding small groups.
• Maintain attendance records and document student activities.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families to foster collaboration.

Skills

Collaborative personality

Professional appearance

Work with children

Keyboarding skills

Confidentiality

English proficiency

Physical and emotional stamina

Education

Paraprofessional letter of approval

Tools

First aid knowledge

Health room procedures

Office equipment knowledge

Job description

Position: Program Aide
Job Summary: The School Program Aide works closely with students with disabilities to provide physical, emotional, and academic support to ensure they can effectively participate and succeed in the school environment. This role involves assisting in various school settings and collaboratively working with teachers and staff to create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning atmosphere.
Qualifications/Minimum Requirements:

• Hold a paraprofessional letter of approval.
• Pleasant collaborative personality and maintain a professional appearance.
• Able to work with and around children.
• Ability to operate tech equipment.
• Possess keyboarding skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Emotionally and physically able to perform duties required of the position.
• Have a good command of the English language.
• Basic knowledge of first aid and health room procedures.
• Possess general knowledge of office equipment.

Reports to: Building Principal or Designee
Responsibilities:

• Work closely with students with disabilities to provide physical, emotional, and academic support, encouraging their full participation and success in the school environment.
• Assist in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning atmosphere in collaboration with teachers and staff.
• Supervise students in various school settings, including classrooms, libraries, and playgrounds.
• Assist students with daily tasks such as transitioning between rooms, dressing, using the restroom, and following school expectations.
• Support instructional activities by reinforcing lessons, guiding small groups, administering assessments, and performing curriculum-related tasks as directed by the teacher.
• Perform basic tasks to assist students, such as sharpening pencils, carrying materials, or handling other similar duties as needed.
• Foster supportive, professional relationships with students, promoting independence while avoiding excessive emotional reliance.
• Address and correct disruptive behaviors constructively and consistently, following guidance from school staff.
• Maintain accurate student attendance records and assist with documentation related to student activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure students' academic and behavioral goals are met effectively.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with students, staff, and families to promote a collaborative school environment.

Terms of Employment: When school is in session 6 hours per day.
Benefits:

• The O'Fallon Support Personnel Federation Collective Bargaining Agreement outlines the salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students.

Terms of Employment when school is in session –8:30 - 3:00

6 hour position

Postings current as of 11/3/2026 1:48:23 AM CST.