Special Education Aide - Student Support (K-2)

DARIEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT #61; Darien (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance and IMR

IMRF

Paid Sick/Personal Days

Job summary

DARIEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT #61 in Darien, IL, is seeking Special Education Aides for Mark DeLay Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. Positions are available at the K-2 level and involve supporting teachers and students in a well-organized classroom.

Under supervision, aides assist with educational activities, behavior support, accommodations, self-care and field trips. Ten-month employment, 6.75 hours per day, starting wage $16.72 per hour with an additional $1 per hour depending

Qualifications

• Requires licensure/certification as required by the State of Illinois.
• Shows interest in and understanding of students.
• Must be physically fit and free of communicable disease per School Code.
• Ability to build rapport with students and faculty.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in providing an organized class environment.
• Support students in Special Education programs with their needs.
• Under supervision, monitor, provide educational assistance and related tasks.
• Assist with self-care and supervision during drills, field trips, and activities.

Skills

Illinois licensure

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

Rapport with students

Education

State licensure/certification as required by Illinois

Job description

DARIEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT #61 in Darien, IL, is seeking Special Education Aides for Mark DeLay Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. Positions are available at the K-2 level and involve supporting teachers and students in a well-organized classroom.

Under supervision, aides assist with educational activities, behavior support, accommodations, self-care and field trips. Ten-month employment, 6.75 hours per day, starting wage $16.72 per hour with an additional $1 per hour depending