Special Education Assistant — Build Growth & Support

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 6%

Holiday Pay

Paid Leave

Garner Health & Paytient Card - Health

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dep.

Accident, Short-Term Disability, and C

Wellness Program

Relocation Assistance

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Circle Academy Urbana is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support certified special education teachers and students in the classroom. The role focuses on creating a structured, nurturing environment that promotes academic and social growth.

Applicants must have an ISBE Para-Professional license, be at least 21 years old, and pass a pre-employment physical and background check. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply to enhance communication with diverse students.

Qualifications

• ISBE Para-Professional license is required.
• Experience in a school setting preferred.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must submit to a pre-employment physical and background check.

Responsibilities

• Support certified special education teachers and students in the classroom.
• Help create a structured, nurturing classroom that fosters academic and social growth.
• Maintain client confidentiality and collaborate with team members.
• Assist with routine activities and classroom management as directed by teachers.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual

Team-oriented

Confidentiality

Education

ISBE Para-Professional license

Job description

Circle Academy Urbana is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support certified special education teachers and students in the classroom. The role focuses on creating a structured, nurturing environment that promotes academic and social growth.

Applicants must have an ISBE Para-Professional license, be at least 21 years old, and pass a pre-employment physical and background check. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply to enhance communication with diverse students.