Special Education Teaching Assistant

TrueNorth; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TrueNorth Educational Cooperative 804 is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support a Special Education classroom in Highland Park, IL. Under the supervision of the teacher and instructional coordinator, you will assist with instruction, behavior management, and IEP implementation, helping students develop academic, social-emotional, and behavioral skills.

Responsibilities include individual and small-group instruction, data collection, crisis support, and participation in classroom, community,

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Paraprofessional License or Substitute Teacher License.
• Ability to pass a background check and provide a physician's statement of ability to perform essential functions.
• Experience with students having cognitive, social-emotional, behavioral, or developmental needs preferred.
• Ability to obtain School Bus Permit within six months / or per age eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and organizing classroom activities.
• Conduct individual and small-group instruction under teacher direction.
• Support students in academic, vocational, community, and recreational activities.
• Operate classroom and office equipment to support learning.
• Implement behavior plans using trauma-informed, therapeutic strategies under supervision.
• Provide guidance to students facing social-emotional or behavioral challenges.
• Assist in crisis intervention, including safe physical restraint when required.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Support implementation of IEP goals across environments.
• Collect and record data on student performance and behavior.
• Participate in team meetings, staffings, and parent conferences as requested.
• Communicate observations to the teacher and therapeutic team to support planning.
• Collaborate with teachers, clinicians, and families; participate in orientation and professional development.
• Contribute to community-based instruction and vocational activities; supervise off-campus activities.
• Transport students by van or bus as directed (Type B license required).

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional License

Substitute Teacher License

Job description

TrueNorth Educational Cooperative 804 is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support a Special Education classroom in Highland Park, IL. Under the supervision of the teacher and instructional coordinator, you will assist with instruction, behavior management, and IEP implementation, helping students develop academic, social-emotional, and behavioral skills.

Responsibilities include individual and small-group instruction, data collection, crisis support, and participation in classroom, community,