Teacher Assistant (1)

District 211; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Salary Schedule Pay

Job summary

District 211 is seeking qualified Teacher Assistants to support teachers and students across multiple classrooms. This role involves providing individualized or small-group instruction under supervision and assisting with classroom routines, including organizing materials and managing learning activities.

Applicants should pursue Illinois paraprofessional licensure, be willing to complete CPI training, and demonstrate strong communication, organizational skills, teamwork, punctuality, and

Qualifications

• Possess or have the ability to acquire appropriate licensure in Illinois to serve as a paraprofessional.
• Prior experience in an educational or child care setting is beneficial.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow teacher instructions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to maintaining professionalism, punctuality, and confidentiality.
• Willingness to complete required licensure and training, including Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).
• Ability to meet physical requirements, such as assisting with mobility needs when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individual, small-group, or large-group instruction under teacher supervision.
• If assigned to work with students with special needs, implement accommodations and supports specified in students' IEPs.
• Facilitate classroom routines and provide additional support to facilitate instruction and learning, including organizing materials.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, students, and staff to support learning objectives.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Education

Illinois paraprofessional licensure eligibility

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Township High School District 211

• Position Type: Teacher Assistant / Teacher Assistant
• Date Posted: 7/9/2026
• Location: District 211
• Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

Position Overview

District 211 is seeking candidates for teacher assistants in multiple areas and schools. Teacher Assistants play a vital role in the educational team, supporting teachers and students to ensure a positive, productive learning environment. This position involves working alongside professional colleagues to enhance classroom instruction and provide individualized or small-group support for students, including English language learners and those with special needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in individual, small-group, or large-group instruction under teacher supervision.
• If assigned to work with students with special needs, implement accommodations and supports specified in students' IEPs.
• Facilitate classroom routines and provide additional support to facilitate instruction and learning, including organizing materials.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, students, and staff to support learning objectives.

Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Possess or have the ability to acquire appropriate licensure in Illinois to serve as a paraprofessional:
  • Paraprofessionals meet qualifications by possessing either of the following:
    • A Short-term Approval as a Paraprofessional (Reference this ISBE document for information)
    • A Paraprofessional Educator Endorsement (Reference this ISBE document for information)
    • A Substitute teacher license (Reference this ISBE document for information)
    • A Professional Educator License
• Prior experience in an educational or child care setting is beneficial.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow teacher instructions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to maintaining professionalism, punctuality, and confidentiality.
• Willingness to complete required licensure and training, including Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).

Ability to meet physical requirements, such as assisting with mobility needs when necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage based with a starting rate on the Teacher Assistant Salary Schedule at Step 0 with no experience as a teacher or paraprofessional or Step 1 with one or more years of experience as a teacher or paraprofessional.
• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.
• Position Pay Range: Teacher Contract - Salary Schedules
• Position Benefit information: Teacher Contract - Benefits