Program Assistant (1:1)

Warren Township High School; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Round Lake is seeking a dedicated Program Assistant to support students in a self-contained classroom. The role involves assisting with academic and extracurricular activities, ensuring a positive learning environment, and collaborating with teachers and staff. Ideal candidates will possess a Paraprofessional or Substitute License and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to respond in emergencies and follow instructions.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with pupils and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate pupil participation in educational programs.
• Assist in classroom preparation and supervision of activities.
• Implement curriculum adaptations for students with disabilities.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Spanish

Education

Illinois State Board of Education Paraprofessional or Substitute License

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant
  
  
• Date Posted:
  9/23/2024
  
  
• Location:
  Park Campus
  
  
• District:
  Grayslake Community Consolidated School District 46

Position is to work with a student 1:1 in a self contained classroom.

Title: Program Assistant
Reports To: Building Principal
Classification: 10 Month
FLSA Status: Not exempt

JOB OVERVIEW:

To assist group and individual pupils within the educational setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Illinois State Board of Education Paraprofessional or Substitute License

Ability to respond in the best interests of the pupils in an emergency situation

Working knowledge of school functions and procedures

Working knowledge of classroom curriculum.

Ability to exercise flexibility and appropriate judgment to meet all student needs

Ability to plan and organize work and projects independently

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Ability to clearly communicate (oral and written) with pupils and co-workers

Ability to establish and maintain positive pupil, co-worker, and public relationships

Ability to work collegially within a team environment

Ability to speak Spanish preferred

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilitate pupil participation of all education and/or extra curricular programs/activities

Administer and/or score non-confidential classroom exams and/or exercises

Implement curriculum adaptations and specified accommodations for students with various and/or multiple disabilities

Assist the teacher in all aspects of student and/or teacher classroom preparation

Assist in the supervision of academic and nonacademic field trip activities

As a member, participate in building based education team meetings

Contribute to the development and implementation of weekly curriculum and adaptations for all students

Facilitate lunch/recess supervision of students as assigned

Program Assistants who are Sub certified may be requested to serve as an internal substitute on an as needed basis

Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher and/or administration

EVALUATION:

As per current State Law and the District’s current collective bargaining agreement

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The District reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonable accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others, or which impose undue hardships on the District.

Compensation information

Postings current as of 5/13/2025 10:35:10 AM CST.