Special Education Teaching Assistant — Equity-Centered Support

Oak Park Elementary District 97; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance: medical, dental, vision, &c

Paid sick & personal days

Pre-tax retirement plans (403b)

Job summary

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant to support students and classroom teachers at Whittier Elementary School. The role focuses on supervising students, implementing prescribed programs, maintaining records, and using instructional tools to support the district's equity commitments.

The ideal candidate will assist with a variety of instructional activities, reinforce learning, and help manage behavior under the guidance of licensed staff, while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; AA degree preferred.
• Illinois Professional Educator License or Substitute Teacher License or Paraprofessional License.
• Experience with special education supports is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities for a balanced program of instruction.
• Reinforce information and instructions after a lesson.
• Work with students individually or in small groups.
• Implement behavior plans as directed.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students.
• Record progress and maintain student records.
• Assist students during activities including recess and bus routines.
• Support classroom teacher and students in daily activities.
• Assist students with academic needs.
• Apply behavior management strategies under teacher direction.

Skills

lift students

professional communication

collaborative work

knowledge of student needs

use assistive tech

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree preferred

Illinois Teaching Licenses (Educator/Paraprofessional)

Tools

Copy machine

Computers

Assistive technology

Job description

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant to support students and classroom teachers at Whittier Elementary School. The role focuses on supervising students, implementing prescribed programs, maintaining records, and using instructional tools to support the district's equity commitments.

The ideal candidate will assist with a variety of instructional activities, reinforce learning, and help manage behavior under the guidance of licensed staff, while