Special Education Teaching Assistant — Empower Potential

TrueNorth Educational Cooperative 804; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

TrueNorth Educational Cooperative 804 in Highland Park, IL seeks a Teaching Assistant to support Special Education programs and implement IEPs under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher. The role emphasizes inclusive, therapeutic classrooms and data collection across activities.

Responsibilities include individual and small-group instruction, crisis support, collaboration with families and staff, and carrying out behavior plans with confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Paraprofessional License or Substitute Teacher License.
• Able to pass a background check and provide a physician's statement of ability to perform essential functions.
• Experience with students with cognitive, social-emotional, behavioral, or developmental needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and organizing 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 and therapeutic strategies under supervision.
• Provide guidance to students with social-emotional or behavioral challenges.
• Assist in crisis intervention and maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Data collection

Confidentiality

Behavior support

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional License or Substitute Teacher License

Job description

TrueNorth Educational Cooperative 804 in Highland Park, IL seeks a Teaching Assistant to support Special Education programs and implement IEPs under the supervision of a Special Education Teacher. The role emphasizes inclusive, therapeutic classrooms and data collection across activities.

Responsibilities include individual and small-group instruction, crisis support, collaboration with families and staff, and carrying out behavior plans with confidentiality and professional boundaries.