Special Education TA: Inspire Learning & Independence

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Urbana School District #116 is hiring a Gerber School Teaching Assistant to work under a special education teacher's guidance. This position focuses on helping students develop independence, managing behavioral plans, and maintaining classroom environments. Candidates must meet ISBE qualifications, which include having 60 college credit hours or passing the Work Keys Basic Skills test. Previous school-based experience is preferred. The role provides opportunities for additional compensation during the school year and summer.

Qualifications

• Must meet all ISBE requirements for obtaining a Paraprofessional License.
• Preferred two years of school-based experience.
• Ability to work with students with a history of behavior or learning problems.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in developing independence.
• Support special education teacher with various classroom tasks.
• Maintain strict standards of student confidentiality.

Skills

Highly organized

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving

Education

60 hours of college credit or passing Work Keys Basic Skills test

Job description

Urbana School District #116 is hiring a Gerber School Teaching Assistant to work under a special education teacher's guidance. This position focuses on helping students develop independence, managing behavioral plans, and maintaining classroom environments. Candidates must meet ISBE qualifications, which include having 60 college credit hours or passing the Work Keys Basic Skills test. Previous school-based experience is preferred. The role provides opportunities for additional compensation during the school year and summer.