Special Education Teaching Assistant- High School

DuPage ROE; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization seeks a Teaching Assistant for Special Education at Wheaton North High School. Ideal candidates will hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License and meet criteria for additional teaching qualifications. This role plays a crucial part in supporting the learning environment for students with special needs.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Current Illinois Substitute Teaching License.
• Current Illinois Educator License with Stipulations - Paraprofessional Educator (if applicable).

Education

Associate degree or higher

60 semester hours

High school diploma plus 480 on ETS Parapro test or 4+ on ACT WorkKeys

Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff/ Teaching Assistant - Special Education

Date Posted:
5/28/2025

Location:
Wheaton North High School

District:
Community Unit School District 200

Qualifications:

• Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Current Illinois Substitute Teaching License
• Current Illinois Educator License with Stipulations - Paraprofessional Educator (if applicable):
  • Requirements include: Associate degree or higher, 60 semester hours, or high school diploma plus 480 on ETS Parapro test or 4+ on ACT WorkKeys.
• Current Illinois Short Term Approval (STA) - Paraprofessional:
  • Minimum age 19, application in ELIS, proof of high school diploma or equivalent, and applicable fee.