Special Education Teaching Assistant - Elementary School (.50 FTE)

Community Unit School District 200; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Wheaton Warrenville Unit School District 200 is seeking a part-time Special Education Teaching Assistant at Longfellow Elementary. 3.25 hours per day, 178 work days per year, hourly rate per the CEA contract. Starting rates range from $17.23, up to $23.23 with high-needs assignments and extra training.

Responsibilities include supporting instruction, reinforcing lessons, and assisting students with activities, while maintaining confidentiality and safety.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional approval or valid Illinois educator license required.
• Ability to work with children in a school setting.
• Experience with behavior management and instructional support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a balanced program of instruction and student activities.
• Reinforce information after lessons.
• Support students individually or in small groups in academics and life skills.
• Implement behavior modification plans as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Observe and record students' progress.
• Assist with activities including recess, lunch and bus safety.
• Assist with hygiene and toileting activities as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Current State of Illinois Paraprofessional Approval

Educator License with Stipulations

Substitute License

Tools

Relias Academy RBT training

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Wheaton Warrenville Unit School District 200

Wheaton Warrenville Unit School District 200

Special Education Teaching Assistant - Elementary School (.50 FTE) JobID: 10112

• Position Type:Support Staff/ Teaching Assistant - Special Education
• Date Posted:8/12/2026
• Location:Longfellow Elementary

Hours/Day: 3.25 hrs/day (part-time)
Work days/year: 178
2026-2027 School YearHourly rate determined by CEA collective bargaining agreement.
Starting Hourly Rate: Grade LTA, $17.23 base hourly rate
$19.23 (if assigned to a high needs classroom)
$23.23 (if assigned to a high needs classroom and completion of a40-hour training program for the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through Relias Academy). Training information can be found at https://reliasacademy.com/rls/store/courses/registered-behavior-technician-series-v-2/_/A-product-p560606

Position: Special Education Teaching Assistant
Reports to: Classroom Teacher/ Building Principal
Summary of Position: The Special Education Aide assists teachers in meeting the needs of special education students. The primary focus is to assist and enhance the educational process of students with disabilities in both instructional and non-instructional activities. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and /or ability required.

LICENSURE: The State of Illinois requires Special EducationTeaching Assistants to have one of the following:

• Current IllinoisEducator License with StipulationsEndorsed-Paraprofessional Educator (If you do not already hold a Teaching/Substitute License):
  • The requirements are:Associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution; 60 semester hours of coursework from a regionally accredited institution;High school diploma, or equivalent + 480 or higher on the ETS Parapro test;High school diploma, or equivalent + 4 or higher on the ACT WorkKeys Applied Math and Workplace Documents?
• The requirements are:Minimum Age - 19 years old,Application in ELIS ($50 application fee),Proof of High School Graduation - copy of diploma, copy of transcript showing graduation date, GED, etc
• For more information on how to apply to obtain the STA please reference the attached file .

If you have any question regarding obtaining a Licensure please contact:
DuPage Regional Office of Education, Licensure Division
421 N. County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187
630-407-5800 [e-mail]

Job Requirements:

• Current State of Illinois Paraprofessional (Aide) Approval, Educator License with Stipulations, Professional Educator License, or Substitute License.
• Have the ability to work effectively with children.
• Have the ability to function within the framework of the school environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of:

Computers and basic programs.
Child guidance principles and practices.
Behavior management and positive reinforcement.
Classroom procedures and appropriate conduct.
Basic record keeping methods.

Typical Duties:

• Assist with providing a variety of activities for a balanced program of instruction, giving students opportunity to observe, question and investigate.
• Reinforce information and instructions following a lesson.
• Works with students individually or in small groups in academic studies, basic life skills and other assigned instruction.
• Implements behavior modification plans and procedures designed for individual students when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students.
• Maintain positive relationships with all students, school staff and parents.
• Observes and records student's progress.
• Assists individual or groups of students during activities including recess, lunch and getting children safely on and off bus.
• Assist with hygiene and toileting activities which might include transferring and lifting students. Sanitize classroom and equipment using approved materials.

Physical Ability: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and run. The employee will experience occasional lifting and or moving up to 100 lbs, such as lifting a child from the floor. The employee must be able to push/pull items up to 80 lbs., such as children in wheelchairs.
Work Environment: Hazards- Potential exposure to communicable disease and contact with blood and other body fluids; potential exposure to physical injury from aggressive behavior.

Postings current as of 9/20/2026 11:16:32 AM CST.

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