School Paraprofessional: Student Support & Behavior Aide

The Menta Education Group; Gilman (IL); On-site; USD 51,492,000 - 77,538,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

403(b) employer match

Job summary

The Menta Education Group is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist classroom instructors and staff, providing targeted teaching and general student support within the school environment.

You will monitor students under licensed supervision, prepare materials, and assist with behavior programs while maintaining confidentiality and contributing at staff trainings.

Hours are 7:30 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday, following the school calendar; compensation ranges from $17.97 to $27.06 per hour.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional certification preferred, but not required.
• Ability to operate tactfully under stress.
• Flexibility to adapt to routine changes.
• At least 23 years of age.
• Able to work with high-risk special needs students.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the assigned student addressing academic, functional, behavioral, or safety concerns under licensed professional staff.
• Prepare and adapt materials for classroom use; maintain classrooms and materials in good order.
• Inform clinical staff of social, emotional, or behavioral concerns of students.
• Implement and maintain behavior program policies and data.
• Coordinate and communicate with administration and other staff to ensure consistent program application.
• Fill in as needed and as requested throughout the program.
• Be aware of other students to ensure consistent program application.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and records.
• Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as requested.
• Report any unusual incidents or safety concerns to the administration.
• Support and promote administrative policies and goals.

Skills

Tactful under stress

Flexible routines

Age 23+

High-risk students

Job description

The Menta Education Group is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist classroom instructors and staff, providing targeted teaching and general student support within the school environment.

You will monitor students under licensed supervision, prepare materials, and assist with behavior programs while maintaining confidentiality and contributing at staff trainings.

Hours are 7:30 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday, following the school calendar; compensation ranges from $17.97 to $27.06 per hour.