Special Education: Teacher Assistant

East Maine School District 63; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

East Maine School District 63 in Illinois seeks a dedicated Special Education Assistant to support students under a licensed teacher, assisting with individualized and small-group instruction and modeling appropriate behaviors.

The position is part-time (30, 60, or 90 hours per pay period) with a BA required. Salary steps range from $25,463.34 to $31,303.28 per year, with competitive benefits and professional development opportunities in a supportive district.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree (BA).
• Experience working with students in educational settings is preferred.
• Ability to model positive behaviors and support classroom goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in small groups under supervision.
• Support licensed teacher with instruction and behavior plans.
• Model appropriate behaviors and interact with students and staff in a positive manner.

Education

BA

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant
  
• Date Posted:
  11/4/2026
  
• Date Available:
  11/12/2026
  

Serving 3,700 PreK through 8th-grade students on Chicago's near North Shore, our diverse, progressive district puts students and staff first. Explore our career opportunities - supported by competitive compensation that may be higher than you're currently earning, excellent benefits, and a work environment that takes professional development and advancement seriously.We're conveniently located and easy to reach!

30 Hrs

60 Hrs

90 Hrs

BA

Step 1

$25,463.34

$26,813.90

$28,260.38

$29,728.91

Step 2

$25,772.04

$27,138.04

$28,604.36

$30,089.43

Step 3

$26,284.70

$27,680.47

$29,174.36

$30,691.40

Step 4

$26,809.49

$28,231.72

$29,757.58

$31,303.28

The position of the Special Education Teacher Assistant was established for the purposes of working with individual and/or small groups of students under the direction of a licensed teacher in the supervision and instructional support of students; assisting students by modeling the necessary skills to perform assignments; following educational and specific behavioral plans; modeling appropriate behaviors and interactions with students and staff; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs.