Special Education Paraprofessional — FT, $20-$25/hr

Eleutheria; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEU/license reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Full benefits

Paid sick time

Job summary

Point Quest Group in Chicago, IL seeks a Paraprofessional to support K-12 students in a school setting. You will assist with direct instruction, monitor behavior, and help implement lesson plans under teacher supervision.

The role requires a ParaPathways assessment or 60 college credits, plus a High School Diploma or GED. Benefits include full medical/dental/vision and 401(k), with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• ETS ParaPathways assessment or 60 hours of college credit required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CriminalBackground & Fingerprinting.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups of students in an instructional capacity.
• Assist and provide support for students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to reinforce learning concepts.
• Assist in maintaining appropriate classroom environment to ensure a safe and positive learning experience.
• Monitor individual students in the classroom, library, or during playground activities to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Monitor and assist students during various classroom activities (art, literacy, bathroom, fine motor skills).
• Maintain confidentiality in all correspondence and communications.
• Support special needs learners and modify instruction as directed.
• Assist in maintaining appropriate student conduct.
• Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher.
• Perform other related duties as assigned/required by teacher(s), site, or district administrators.

Skills

Instructional support

Student supervision

Classroom assistance

Education

60 college credit hours

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Point Quest Group in Chicago, IL seeks a Paraprofessional to support K-12 students in a school setting. You will assist with direct instruction, monitor behavior, and help implement lesson plans under teacher supervision.

The role requires a ParaPathways assessment or 60 college credits, plus a High School Diploma or GED. Benefits include full medical/dental/vision and 401(k), with opportunities for professional development.