Substitute SE Paraprofessional-Special Programs Level III-FMLA

Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202 is seeking a Substitute Paraprofessional (Non-Certified Position) for Special Programs Level III-FMLA. The role covers full-day assignments and requires Illinois paraprofessional certification or equivalent.

You will support students in classrooms, lunch, and other settings; maintain safety, monitor behavior, and communicate with families and staff. The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and flexibility within a district-wide program.

Qualifications

• Illinois paraprofessional certification or substitute teaching certificate or professional educators license registered in Will County/Region 56.
• Associates degree or higher; or 60 hours of college coursework; or ACT Work Keys; or ETC ParaPro Test.
• Current State of Illinois Paraprofessional Approval
• High School Diploma

Responsibilities

• Assist students across school settings (classroom, lunch, recess, restroom) as necessary.
• Frequent walking, standing, and sitting.
• Monitor student behavior.
• Leaves notes for the regular paraprofessional at the end of the teaching day.
• Communicate in a friendly and positive manner towards parents, students, and administrators.
• Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Ensure the safety of students at all times.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Patience

Follow rules

Punctuality

Education

Paraprofessional certificate / license

Associates degree or 60 college hours

Paraprofessional approval

High School Diploma

Job description

Substitute SE Paraprofessional-Special Programs Level III-FMLA JobID: 19979

Substitute Paraprofessional (Non-Certified Position)

Hours:

In accordance with School and APT Calendar
ASAP-TBD

Compensation:

• $ 123.24 per full-day Special ProgramsParaprofessional assignment

Qualifications:

• Current State of Illinois Paraprofessional Certificate or Substitute Teaching Certificate or Professional Educators License registered in Will County/Region 56
• Associates Degree or higher; or 60 hours of college coursework; or ACT Work Keys; or ETC ParaPro Test

OR

• Current State of Illinois Paraprofessional Approval
• High School Diploma

Requirements:

• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to communicate comfortably with students, parents/guardians, administrators, and others
• Ability to be flexible and patient
• Ability to follow and enforce rules, policies, and procedures
• Must be punctual and reliable

Job Description:

• Assist students across school settings (classroom, lunch, recess, restroom) if necessary
• Frequent walking, standing, and sitting
• Monitor student behavior
• Leaves notes for the regular paraprofessional at the end of the teaching day
• Communicate in a friendly and positive manner towards parents, students, and administrators
• Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Ensure the safety of students at all times

Selection/Hiring Process:

Applications are reviewed on a regular basis and qualified applicants will be contacted. When selected the applicant will be required to:

• Submit the following documents:
  • Official transcripts showing 60+ credit hoursor ACT Work Keys or ETC ParaPro Test
  • Driver's License and Social Security Card (DHS Authorization documents if applicable)
  • Physical (dated within 90 days)
  • TB Test (dated within 1-year)
• Complete the following:
  • Fingerprint-based Criminal Background check performed at the District 202 Administration Building
  • GCN online tutorials
  • Online forms via Applitrack
  • Substitute Orientation