Program Assistant - MILE Program

D 46; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

D 46 is seeking a Program Assistant in Illinois to support group and individual pupil activities within the educational setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, supervision during lunch and field trips, and adapting curriculum for diverse needs.

Requirements include a valid ISBE paraprofessional license, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly within a team. 10-month classification and non-exempt status apply to this position.

Qualifications

• Illinois State Board of Education Paraprofessional or Substitute License.
• Ability to respond in the best interests of pupils in emergencies.
• Working knowledge of school functions and procedures.
• Working knowledge of classroom curriculum.
• Ability to exercise flexibility and good judgment to meet 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 positive relationships with pupils, co-workers and the public.
• Ability to work collegially within a team.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate pupil participation in education and extracurricular programs.
• Administer or score non-confidential classroom exams and exercises.
• Implement curriculum adaptations and accommodations for students with various disabilities.
• Assist the teacher in all aspects of student and classroom preparation.
• Assist in supervision of field trips.
• Participate in building-based education team meetings.
• Contribute to weekly curriculum and adaptations for all students.
• Supervise lunch/recess as assigned.
• Paraprofessionals with substitute certification may serve as internal substitutes as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or administration.

Skills

Paraprofessional license

Emergency response

School procedures knowledge

Curriculum familiarity

Flexible judgment

Independent planning

Instructions comprehension

Communication skills

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Spanish preferred

Job description

MILE: Modified Instruction for Learners with Exceptionalities.

Position includes a $1.00 stipend on top of contractual placement.

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

How to obtain a Paraprofessional License