Severe Needs Special Education Paraprofessional

West Aurora School District 129; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Severe Needs Special Education Paraprofessional to join their team. This full-time role involves supporting students with self-care and instructional activities, collaborating with teachers and other staff to create a nurturing classroom environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Paraprofessional License and demonstrate a strong ability to assist students with diverse needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must hold an ELS – Paraprofessional License/Endorsement.
• Ability to assist students with self-help skills and instructional activities.

Responsibilities

• Support students with self-care tasks like bathroom and grooming.
• Work alongside teachers and other paraprofessionals in the classroom.

Skills

Ability to lift, bend, kneel, and/or squat

Ability to work effectively on a classroom team

Ability to take direction and execute tasks

Support students with self-care tasks

Provide support to manage student behaviors

Education

ELS – Paraprofessional License/Endorsement

Job description

Severe Needs Special Education Paraprofessional JobID: 2827

• Date Posted:
  4/15/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Hope D. Wall School
  
  
• Date Available:
  08/11/2025
  
  

Special Education Severe Needs Paraprofessional
Hope Wall

Full-time – 7 hours per day
8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Start Date: 08/11/2025
End Date: 05/22/2026

Compensation can be found here

Requirements:
ELS – Paraprofessional License/Endorsement
Ability to lift, bend, kneel, and/or squat in order to support students with self-help skills and instructional activities
Ability to work effectively on a classroom team alongside other paraprofessionals, classroom service providers, and the teacher
Ability to take direction and execute tasks while also taking initiative
Support students with self-care and self-helps tasks such as bathroom, grooming, and meal times
Ability to provide support to a classroom teacher managing student behaviors and social emotional needs

Postings current as of 5/7/2025 9:28:53 PM CST.

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