Teacher Aide- Special Education Inclusion

Berkeley School District 87; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Berkeley School District 87 is seeking a Teacher Aide for Special Education Inclusion at MacArthur Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires a High School Diploma and Paraprofessional Certification, with a preference for 30 college credits. Reports to building administrators and follows district policies.

Full-time with full benefits and 176 work days per year. The aide will support the classroom teacher, assist with assessments, encourage reading, and supervise students

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and Paraprofessional Certification are required.
• Preference for thirty (30) college credits. Ability to support instructional strategies.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in implementing lessons and activities.
• Administer and record tests and scores for individual students.
• Work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce concepts.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials and supplies.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and field trips as needed.
• Provide support for reading aloud, storytelling, and large-group activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional communication with parents and staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Paraprofessional Certification

30 college credits preferred

Job description

Teacher Aide- Special Education Inclusion JobID: 1505

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant
• Date Posted:
  9/9/2026
• Location:
  MacArthur Middle School
• Date Available:
  2026-2027 School Year

Teacher Aide- Special Education Inclusion
Proper Certification Required
2026-2027School Year

Qualifications: High School Diploma and Paraprofessional Certification; thirty (30) semester hours of college credit preferred
Reports to: Building Administrators
Evaluation: As per association agreement
Work Calendar: Full-Time, 176 work days or as per association agreement
Position Goal:To assist the classroom teacher in providing a well-organized, efficient, and highly functioning classenvironment which enhances the instructional program and uses multiple resource materials

The Teacher Aide shall be responsible for the following duties and perform other dutiesthat may be assigned by the teacher or building administrator:

Superintendent/Board

• Observe and adhere to all Board of Education policies and regulations, and all administrative rules and procedures

Classroom

• Follow all directives of the classroom teacher
• Administer and record achievement and tests scores for individual students
• Work with individual students or in small group settings to reinforce lesson materials and skills
• Collaborate with the teacher to plan and design specific strategies to reinforce the lesson materials and skills recognizing the individual student's needs, interest and abilities
• Operate and maintain the classroom equipment used for instructional purposes
• Distribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other instructional materials
• Provide guidance for independent study, enrichment and remedial work for students as determined by the teacher
• Assist with large group activities such as drill work, reading aloud and storytelling
• Read to students, listen to students read and participate in all forms of oral communication relative to reading and speech
• Provide assistance to students in the Library Media Center
• Check notebooks, make-up work, correct papers and supervise testing as needed
• Provide all relevant classroom teaching information to the substitute teacher
• Participate in student conferences with parents and staff when appropriate
• Maintain control and provide discipline that is consistent with the practices of the classroom teacher in the absence of the teacher
• Supervise students during lunch, bus duty, recess, field trips and other related activities as needed

Individual

• Exhibit confidentiality in relation to students, parents and faculty
• Develop open, effective and positive communication with parents
• Develop a positive working relationship with administration, staff, students and parents
• Assume responsibility for personal and professional growth and development by attending meetings, workshops, conferences and continuing education classes as related to classroom teaching
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to the District Safety Plan

Rate of Pay/Benefits: See attached salary schedule per the negotiated agreement. The position includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits