Special Education Teaching Assistant- High School

Community Unit School District 200; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheaton Warrenville Unit School District 200 is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant at Wheaton North High School. The role is full-time, 6.5 hours per day, 178 work days per year, with hourly rates determined by the CEA agreement.

Starting base hourly rate is $17.23, higher rates apply for high-needs classrooms and additional training. Position involves assisting teachers, supporting students with disabilities, and maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Current State of Illinois Paraprofessional (Aide) Approval or equivalent licensure.
• Ability to work effectively with children in a school setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and adherence to classroom procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing a variety of activities for a balanced program of instruction for students with disabilities.
• Reinforce information and instructions following lessons and support individualized instruction.
• Work with students individually or in small groups in academics and life skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Observe and record student progress and assist with daily care and safety as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with children

Classroom environment awareness

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional Approval

Educator License with Stipulations

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Wheaton Warrenville Unit School District 200

Wheaton Warrenville Unit School District 200

Special Education Teaching Assistant- High School JobID: 10178

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Teaching Assistant - Special Education
• Date Posted: 11/4/2026
• Location: Wheaton North High School

Hours/Day: 6.5 (full-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 a 40-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

Medical Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield HM0 80/20 cost share
Dental Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield 80/20 cost share
VisionInsurance: VSP 100% employee cost

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 Illinois Educator 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 11/10/2026 11:09:51 AM CST.

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