Special Education Assistant – Life Skills (SOAR)

Glenview Public School District 34; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Glenview Public School District 34 seeks a Special Education Associate for the 2025-26 school year in the SOAR program. The role supports instruction for students with disabilities, assisting with lessons, materials, and behavior as directed by the supervising teacher.

The position is full-days (6 hours 55 minutes) during a 190-day school year, with possible half-days. Base hourly rate ranges from $19.15 to $23.55, with additional stipends for licensure and graduate degrees.

Qualifications

• Illinois paraprofessional or teaching license required.
• Experience working with children; patience and flexibility highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Support curriculum and instruction as outlined by the supervisor (e.g., implement instructional strategies, assist in the preparation of student materials)
• Assist supervising teacher with classroom activities and/or behavior management, as directed by the teacher or student services administrator
• Work collaboratively with supervisor and team
• Build and maintain effective communication
• Attend to specific needs of the assigned student(s) which may include transfers, toileting and feeding
• Supervise student during lunch, recess, or before or after school as directed by the supervisor
• Assist with the operation and care of specialized equipment
• Assist with various computer applications as trained

Skills

Patience

Flexibility

Experience with Children

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional License / Substitute Teaching License / Professional Educator License

Job description

The Glenview Public School District 34 seeks a Special Education Associate for the 2025-26 school year in the SOAR program. The role supports instruction for students with disabilities, assisting with lessons, materials, and behavior as directed by the supervising teacher.

The position is full-days (6 hours 55 minutes) during a 190-day school year, with possible half-days. Base hourly rate ranges from $19.15 to $23.55, with additional stipends for licensure and graduate degrees.