SPED Classroom Assistant - Up to $30 /hr.

Aimcareers; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Agency network access

Flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Aimcareers is seeking dedicated paraprofessionals to support students in a dynamic educational setting. You will assist teachers and help students reach their full potential academically and socially in a caring, collaborative team environment.

Ideal candidates are patient, dependable, and passionate about working with children of diverse learning needs. Locations include St. Charles area and surrounding schools, with weekly compensation and flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with school staff.
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Experience supporting students with special needs is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associates or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support under the direction of the lead teacher.
• Assist students with academic tasks, assignments, and instructional activities.
• Support students with behavioral management and social development.
• Work one-on-one or in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment.
• Assist with daily routines, transitions, and supervision (e.g., lunch, recess).
• Document student progress and communicate effectively with staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Follow directions

Patience & flexibility

Special needs experience

Education

High school diploma

Associate or higher preferred

Job description

SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY

Our clients are seeking dedicated and compassionate Paraprofessionals to support students in a dynamic educational setting. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact by assisting teachers and helping students reach their full potential both academically and socially. Ideal candidates are patient, dependable, and passionate about working with children of diverse learning needs.

CLIENT'S LOCATION

Schools are located in St. Charles and surround area.

DESCRIPTION OF CLIENT'S DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide classroom support under the direction of the lead teacher
• Assist students with academic tasks, assignments, and instructional activities
• Support students with behavioral management and social development
• Work one-on-one or in small groups to reinforce learning concepts
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment
• Assist with daily routines, transitions, and supervision (e.g., lunch, recess)
• Document student progress and communicate effectively with staff

CLIENT'S REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow direction and work collaboratively with school staff
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude
• Experience supporting students with special needs is a plus
• Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent (associates or higher preferred)

DTG ADVANTAGES

• Establish a relationship with one of the nation's largest referral agencies for behavioral-health.
• Compensation processed weekly
• Increase or decrease your schedule at your discretion: choose opportunities that best fit your schedule
• Accessibility to grow professionally.