Special Education Support Assistant (Blended/Pre-K)

Sylvania; Godfrey, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

ALTON COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 11 in Alton, Illinois seeks a Special Education Teacher Assistant to support instruction and classroom management for blended instructional Pre-K for All in a 7-hour, 9-month schedule (178 days).

The role collaborates with certified staff and requires adherence to district policies and confidentiality. Primary duties include assisting the Special Education teacher, monitoring student progress, grading support, and performing clerical tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional Licensure required.
• Excellent attendance record expected.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.
• Provide academic support under guidance from certified staff.
• Collaborate effectively with a professional team.
• Implement classroom management techniques to support goals.
• Demonstrate initiative to fulfill duties.
• Stand for two hours, climb stairs, lift 30 pounds.
• Maintain reliability and strong record-keeping.
• Demonstrate professional attitude and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Paraprofessional Licensure

Excellent attendance

Independent work with supervision

Academic support under guidance

Team collaboration

Classroom management support

Follow-through on duties

Physical stamina

Reliability & organization

Professional demeanor and privacy

Job description

ALTON COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 11 in Alton, Illinois seeks a Special Education Teacher Assistant to support instruction and classroom management for blended instructional Pre-K for All in a 7-hour, 9-month schedule (178 days).

The role collaborates with certified staff and requires adherence to district policies and confidentiality. Primary duties include assisting the Special Education teacher, monitoring student progress, grading support, and performing clerical tasks as needed.