Special Education Assistant – Pre-K Instruction Support

Sylvania; North Alton (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Alton Community Unit School District No. 11 in Alton, Illinois, is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant for blended/instructional/pre-K for All. 7 hours/day, 9 months, 178 days.

Responsibilities include assisting the SPED teacher, providing academic support under guidance, and supervising activities to ensure reliable, on-schedule execution of duties. The role emphasizes classroom management, confidentiality, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds while maintaining an

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional licensure required.
• Excellent attendance and reliability in unpredictable schedules.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision in a general education setting.
• Provide academic support under guidance from certified staff.
• Work cooperatively with professional teams to support instruction and management.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education teacher with instructional support as needed.
• Follow directives and provide feedback on IEP student performance.
• Assist small group and drill as needed.
• Supervise small group instruction or activities.
• Be present and follow schedules reliably.
• Assist with classroom management skills.
• Assist in grading and record keeping tasks.
• Assist in clerical duties as needed.
• Complete other duties as assigned by Building Supervisor.

Skills

Independence and reliability

Classroom management

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Willingness to training

Education

Paraprofessional Licensure

Job description

Alton Community Unit School District No. 11 in Alton, Illinois, is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant for blended/instructional/pre-K for All. 7 hours/day, 9 months, 178 days.

Responsibilities include assisting the SPED teacher, providing academic support under guidance, and supervising activities to ensure reliable, on-schedule execution of duties. The role emphasizes classroom management, confidentiality, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds while maintaining an