Special Ed Program Assistant w/SEPA

Community Consolidated School District 15; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 18,638 - 26,546; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Job summary

A local school district in Illinois is seeking a Program Assistant for Special Education. This role involves assisting students with special needs for 185 days a year, 6.5 hours daily, from Monday to Friday. The position offers an hourly wage of $16.40 plus a SEPA stipend. Candidates must possess one of several licenses issued by the Illinois State Board of Education. Excellent benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Must hold at least one license through the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Responsibilities

• Assist in special education programs for students with special needs.

Skills

Paraprofessional License

Short Term Approval for Paraprofessionals

Substitute License

Professional Educator License

Job description

Job Details

Position Type: Program Assistants/ Special Education
Date Posted: 11/13/2025
Location: Plum Grove, Rolling Meadows, IL
Date Available: When Filled

Special Ed Program Assistant w/SEPA* Stipend

185 days yearly
6.5 hours per day
Monday – Friday
$16.40/hr + $2.50/hr SEPA Stipend
Excellent Benefits

Applicants must hold at least ONE of the following licenses through the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE):

• Paraprofessional License (PARA)
• Short Term Approval for Paraprofessionals (STA)
• Substitute License (SUB)
• Professional Educator License (PEL)

If you do not currently hold a license with ISBE, please click here in order to determine which license you are eligible for and then click here to apply for the ISBE license.

*SEPA - A stipend added to a position when there is special care required for the student. More information will be shared by the building administration.

EOE

Attachments

• 2025-26 Special Education Program Assistant Job Description.pdf