Special Education Paraprofessional — Behavior Support

North Chicago Community Unit School District #187; United States; On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

The North Chicago Community Unit School District #187 is seeking a paraprofessional to support student behavior and MTSS initiatives under supervision. You will help implement behavior plans, work with teachers and a small team to improve classroom climate, and maintain positive relationships with students and families.

Required licensure includes the Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License (PreK–Age 21) or Short Term Approval, plus a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Licensure requirements: Illinois paraprofessional license or approved short-term option.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred: 60 college hours or an associate degree or ISBE proficiency tests.

Responsibilities

• Respond to behavior as directed by the MTSS team in real time to support student success in the classroom.
• Align to all school student behavior strategies.
• Implement Tier 2 and Tier 3 targeted behavior plans with specific students.
• Collaborate with a small team of behavior specialists to improve the climate and culture of the school.
• Maintain professional relationships with school community stakeholders.
• Work with individual students and small groups assigned.
• Assist with discipline and support teachers in implementing classroom management.
• Observe students, record data, share insights regarding changes in students' behavior, etc.
• Be a member of the MTSS team and follow initiatives/directives.
• Supervise areas of the building as needed.

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License (PreK – Age 21) or Short Term Paraprofessional Approval

High school diploma or equivalent

60 hours college credit / associate degree / ISBE proficiency tests

Two+ years paraprofessional experience

Job description

The North Chicago Community Unit School District #187 is seeking a paraprofessional to support student behavior and MTSS initiatives under supervision. You will help implement behavior plans, work with teachers and a small team to improve classroom climate, and maintain positive relationships with students and families.

Required licensure includes the Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License (PreK–Age 21) or Short Term Approval, plus a high school diploma.