Substitute Paraprofessional

Lockport Township High School District 205; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 24,108; Part time

Job summary

A suburban school district in Lockport is seeking a Substitute Paraprofessional to support students' academic needs. Ideal candidates will hold a valid Illinois Educator License for Paraprofessionals and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with teachers and fostering an inclusive environment. The position offers a pay rate of $17.50. Applications must include a letter of interest and other specified documents.

Qualifications

• Must have a Valid State of Illinois Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) for Paraprofessionals.
• Experience working with students with disabilities in an academic environment preferred.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting students' academic needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff.
• Ensure a positive and inclusive environment for all students.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Basic English and Math skills

Basic knowledge of technology

Ability to communicate and work well with stakeholders

Education

Valid State of Illinois Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) for Paraprofessionals

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lockport Township High School District 205

• Position Type: Student Support Services / Paraprofessionals — Substitute
• Date Posted: 1/15/2026
• Closing Date: Ongoing need

Substitute Paraprofessional
Pay Rate: $17.50

Qualifications

• Valid State of Illinois Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) for Paraprofessionals
• Effective oral and written communication skills, Basic English and Math skills
• Basic knowledge of technology and ability to apply knowledge to assigned areas of responsibility
• Ability to communicate and work well with all stakeholders
• Experience working with students with disabilities in an academic environment preferred
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift 40 pounds and or push/pull up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. The employee needs to be able to tell where a sound is coming from and hear in a noisy environment.

District 205 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Application Procedure

Complete the LTHS online application and upload the following required documents listed below.

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Transcripts, if applicable (copies)
• Three (3) signed letters of reference

All materials must be present to be considered "complete".

Selection Procedure

Only completed applications will be considered for the position. Those applications will be reviewed and applicants will be contacted should they be selected for an interview.

Lockport Township High School is a diverse educational community of students, staff, and parents who work collaboratively to create a positive and safe environment where all students achieve success, develop personal responsibility, and become lifelong learners.

Postings current as of 2/26/2026 12:40:57 PM CST.

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