Teacher Assistant - 7th Grade Special Education

Beach Park School District #3; Wadsworth (IL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

IMRF pension participation

Paid sick/personal days

Job summary

Beach Park School District #3 is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant for 7th Grade Special Education. The role supports the classroom teacher in creating a safe and engaging learning environment and helps deliver instructional activities to students with diverse needs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with teachers, adherence to behavior support plans, and supportive services to students, including those with exceptional needs and non-English-speaking backgrounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Paraprofessional License required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and basic computer knowledge.
• Experience working with students beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning and maintaining a safe learning environment and in ensuring the well-being and safety of the children in their care.
• Provide instructional support to students individually or in small groups.
• Observe and record student progress and input behavioral data for PBIS.
• Assist with classroom duties and supervise students during transitions and lunch.
• Support students with special needs and non-English-speaking students.

Skills

Experience with students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paraprofessional License

Job description

Teacher Assistant – 7th Grade Special Education

Position Type: Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant

Date Posted: 7/10/2026

Qualifications

No experience required but experience working with students would be beneficial. A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required. Work well with children; follow verbal and written instructions and basic computer knowledge. If a particular position requires a unique skill, the new employee will be required to either possess that skill or be trained by the employer. Must hold a Paraprofessional License.

Reports to

Classroom teachers where assigned and the building principal.

Job Goals

Perform duties that are instructional in nature or deliver direct services to students or parents. Serve in a position for which a teacher or another professional has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of education programs and services.

Planning and Preparation

• Assist the teacher in planning and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment and in assuring the well‑being and safety of the children in their care.
• Maintain a cooperative attitude, working together with the teacher and planning and implementing activities.
• Plan with and assist the teacher in preparing materials and supplies for activities/assignments.
• Enforce administrative policies and rules governing students.

Professional Responsibility

• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, special events as assigned.
• Serve on committees to provide insight and contribute to the organization.
• Assist with discipline and share insights regarding changes in behavior.
• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs and non‑English‑speaking students.

Instruction

• Provide RTI instructional support and assist children individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role‑playing methods.
• Observe students' performance, record relevant data to assess progress and input behavioral data with regards to PBIS.
• Provide students with assistive devices and supportive technology as needed.
• Carry out therapeutic regimens such as behavior plans under the supervision of special education instructors, psychologists, or speech‑language pathologists.
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• When using a scripted intervention for reading, writing and math, program must be implemented by following the script provided in the teacher's manual.
• Provide students with feedback regarding academic and behavioral assessments.
• Grade homework and tests and record results.

Other

• Assist in other areas outside the classroom, including bathroom needs, unloading and loading buses, hallway supervision and lunchroom as needed.
• Exhibit a genuine nurturing, caring attitude to all children.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding knowledge of students' academic and personal information.
• Perform other appropriate teacher assistant responsibilities as directed by administration.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate: Based on the current collective bargaining agreement (typically ranges from $14.47 to $19.81 depending on experience and education).
• Full Benefits: includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) pension participation; and paid sick/personal days.