Special Education Paraprofessional: IEP & Classroom Support

Evanston/Skokie School District 65; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

IMRF pension plan

Pet Insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability

Flexible benefits plan

10 Sick days

2 Personal days

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Evanston/Skokie School District 65 is seeking a Paraprofessional to support instructional programs at Foster Elementary School for the 2026-2027 year. Responsibilities include assisting in classrooms, implementing IEP plans, supervising students, and communicating with staff and parents.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and an appropriate license (Professional Educator, Substitute, or Educator License with Stipulations). The role offers benefits including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a job-related area.
• Certificates and licenses: must have one of the following: Professional Educator License, Substitute Teaching License, Educator License with Stipulations (TBE) or Educator License with Stipulations (PARA).
• Experience preferred: Job related experience is desired; targeted, job related education with study in a job-related area.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under supervision to support objectives.
• Administers tests, homework, make-up work to support teachers.
• Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as needed.
• Assists medically fragile or physically disabled students with personal care.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations for information related to job functions.
• Communicates with supervising staff and parents to evaluate progress and IE P objectives.
• Implements behavioral plans designed by IEP team under supervision.
• Maintains instructional materials/files to ensure availability and compliance.
• Monitors students in various environments to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Provides instruction to students in various activities to reinforce objectives and IEP plans.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Evanston/Skokie School District 65 is seeking a Paraprofessional to support instructional programs at Foster Elementary School for the 2026-2027 year. Responsibilities include assisting in classrooms, implementing IEP plans, supervising students, and communicating with staff and parents.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and an appropriate license (Professional Educator, Substitute, or Educator License with Stipulations). The role offers benefits including health and retirement plans.