Regular Ed Paraprofessional

Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF

Job summary

Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202 is seeking a part-time paraprofessional to support students both academically and socially on a 9-month schedule. The position requires IL licenses ( PARA, PARA(ELS), SUB, or PEL) or eligibility with 60+ college credits or WorkKeys.

Candidates should communicate well with staff and students, be able to work independently or as part of a team, and demonstrate an understanding of child development.

Qualifications

• Illinois licenses PARA (STA), PARA (ELS), SUB, or PEL required.
• College transcripts 60+ credits or WorkKeys assessment needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist students academically and socially.
• Communicate effectively with staff and students.
• Support curriculum in small group settings.
• Demonstrate understanding of child development.
• Ability to multi-task and work both independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication

Student support

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Child development

Education

Illinois para licenses ( PARA / ELS PARA )

Substitute/PEL license

College transcripts 60+ credits or WorkKeys

Job description

• Date Posted:
  9/23/2026
• Date Available:
  ASAP
• No less than $17.15per hour based on verifiable similar experience per the negotiated PASS Agreement

Benefits Offered:

• IMRF

Hours:

• Part-time: 2.5hours per shift (AM) 9 months
• Monday - Friday

Description:

• Ability to work independently andas a team member
• Assist students academically and socially
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and students
• Understanding of how to positively interact with students
• Willingness to learn basic curriculum application in small group settings
• Dedicated
• Strong understanding of child development
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent communications skills
• Please refer to the attached job description

Qualifications:

• One of the following State of Illinois Licenses registered in Will County: Paraprofessional Approval (PARA(STA)), Paraprofessional(ELS(PARA)), Substitute (SUB), or Professional Educator License (PEL)
• College transcripts with 60+credit hours or have passed the WorkKeys Assessment submitted to obtain licensure/certification