Special Education Teaching Assistant — Inspire Student Growth

Community Unit School District 200; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Community Unit School District 200 is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant to support students with disabilities under the supervision of a classroom teacher and principal. The role emphasizes assisting in instructional and non-instructional activities, maintaining confidentiality, and supporting positive student outcomes.

Starting hourly rate begins at $17.23 with premium $19.23 for high-needs classrooms and up to $23.23 after completing a 40-hour RBT training program.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Current Illinois Substitute Teaching License
• Educator License with Stipulations Endorsed-Paraprofessional Educator and related requirements

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing a variety of activities for a balanced program of instruction.
• Reinforce information and instructions following a lesson.
• Work with students individually or in small groups in academic areas and life skills.
• Implement behavior modification plans for individual students when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Observe and record student progress.
• Assist with activities including recess, lunch and getting children safely on and off bus.
• Assist with hygiene and toileting activities and sanitation of classroom equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Child interaction

Confidentiality

Behavior management

Education

PEL license

Substitute Teaching License

Paraprofessional Educator Endorsement

Tools

Computers and basic programs

Job description

Community Unit School District 200 is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant to support students with disabilities under the supervision of a classroom teacher and principal. The role emphasizes assisting in instructional and non-instructional activities, maintaining confidentiality, and supporting positive student outcomes.

Starting hourly rate begins at $17.23 with premium $19.23 for high-needs classrooms and up to $23.23 after completing a 40-hour RBT training program.