Substitute Instructional Assistant

Lombard Elementary School District 44; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Lombard Elementary School District 44 is seeking an Instructional Assistant Substitute to support classrooms. Starting at $15.00 per hour pending licensure, you will supervise students and provide instructional assistance as directed to enhance the district's educational program.

Reports to the classroom teacher and building principal. Responsibilities include preparing materials, assisting with daily routines, supervising students, guiding independent work, and upholding district policies and

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois paraprofessional or substitute teaching license is required.
• Excellent communication and classroom management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students and provide instructional assistance as directed.
• Prepare classroom materials for instruction.
• Follow check-in procedures with the front office.
• Maintain routines and supervise students throughout the day.
• Communicate concerns to the classroom teacher and principal.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional License

Illinois Professional Educator License

Substitute Teaching License

Job description

Instructional Assistant Substitute

Starting at $15.00 per hour pending on licensure.

Job Goal

Supervise students and give instructional assistance as directed to enhance the educational program of the district.

Reports To

Classroom Teacher and Building Principal.

Responsibilities

• Assumes all responsibilities or, and duties assigned to, the absent instructional assistant.
• Prepares classroom materials for instruction as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Adheres to appropriate check‑in procedures with the front office.
• Reviews with the principal or their designee plans and schedules to be followed during the instructional day.
• Maintains the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which they are assigned as directed by the classroom teacher and building principal.
• Supervises students as assigned.
• Guides independent study, enrichment work, make‑up work and remedial work developed by the classroom teacher.
• Performs job‑related tasks as assigned.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
• Communicates with the classroom teacher regarding concerns or issues.
• Reports to the building principal or their designee at the conclusion of the day to share issues or concerns, as well as check‑out as needed.
• Adheres to all procedures as delineated in the District 44 Substitute Handbook.

Core Competencies

• Organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively – written and verbal.
• Maintain professional appearance.
• Ability to develop a quick rapport with students, building staff, and administration.
• Ability to perform non‑medical duties, such as hygiene, diapering, feeding with or without accommodations if needed (primarily at the Early Childhood Center).
• Physical Demands: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Frequent walking.
• Occasional lifting to 25 pounds or more (if moving classroom equipment, providing diapering/toileting services, etc.).

Qualifications

Valid Illinois Paraprofessional License, Illinois Professional Educator License, or Substitute Teaching License.

How to apply for a Substitute license: https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Educator-Licensure-Application.aspx

Conditions of Employment

Employed as established by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance is evaluated regularly by the building principal.