Teaching Assistant - Empower Inclusive Learning & Growth

Easter-Seals; Germantown Hills (IL); On-site; USD 2,342,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

PTO

Medical insurance

401(K) with employer match

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Easterseals Central Illinois seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students at Easterseals Learning Academy. You will work with teachers, therapists, and support staff to reinforce skills and promote independence in a structured learning environment.

The role emphasizes patience, empathy, and teamwork, with a focus on helping students thrive in school, home, and community settings.

Qualifications

• This role requires college coursework and/or ISBE paraprofessional certification.
• Experience in special education is preferred but not required.
• Driver's license and computer skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction and reinforce new skills.
• Encourage positive behaviors and independence.
• Assist with materials preparation and paperwork.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and staff.
• Help create a structured, engaging learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Adaptability

Initiative

Inclusive learning

Education

60 semester hours

Paraprofessional exam (ISBE)

Registered Behavior Technician cert or willingness

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Easterseals Central Illinois seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students at Easterseals Learning Academy. You will work with teachers, therapists, and support staff to reinforce skills and promote independence in a structured learning environment.

The role emphasizes patience, empathy, and teamwork, with a focus on helping students thrive in school, home, and community settings.