Special Education Teacher Assistant - Long Term Leave

Community Consolidated School District 21; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Consolidated School District 21 is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher Assistant for a long-term leave assignment at Frost Elementary School. The role supports students with social-emotional regulation, communication and language needs, motor and sensory development, and health-related or academic support, under a licensed teacher.

This temporary position runs from January 4, 2027 to February 4, 2027 with an hourly rate of $23.37–$25.10.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Illinois Professional Educator License, Substitute License, or Paraprofessional License.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with social-emotional regulation, communication and language needs, motor and sensory development, and health-related/academic support under supervision.
• Support classrooms in both general education and special education settings as needed.

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Long Term Leave JobID: 2850

• Position Type: Substitute Teacher Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/22/2026
• Location: Frost Elementary School
• Date Available: 01/04/2027

This is for a long-term leave from January 4 to February 4, 2027

Purpose: The Special Education Teaching Assistant position supports success in the school environment for a classroom of students, small groups of students, or an individual student. The Special Education Teaching Assistant works under the direction of a licensed teacher in assisting students with social-emotional regulation, communication and linguistic needs, motor and sensory development, and any health-related services and/or academic and functional support. This level of support increases the student's engagement and availability for learning. The Special Education Teaching Assistant may support students in both the general education and special education classrooms.

Hourly Rate: $23.37 - $25.10

Qualifications: Must possess a valid Illinois Professional Educator License, Substitute License, or Paraprofessional License.

Please see the attached job description for more information.

Selection Procedure: The interview process will be led and articulated by the school administration, and they are typically assisted by other instructional staff members from the school and/or district.