Temporary Classroom Support Paraprofessional

Lake Forest School District; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Forest School District is seeking a Paraprofessional, Instructional (7.5 hrs/day) for Lake Forest ILC on a temporary basis. The role reports to the Program Supervisor and aims to support teachers, reinforce instruction, and promote student well-being across classrooms and learning environments.

Key duties include assisting with instruction in small groups, implementing behavior strategies, preparing materials, and monitoring student progress.

Qualifications

• Currently hold or eligible for Paraeducator Permit per requirements of the Delaware Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Works with the classroom teacher to provide instructional and/or developmental activities for students.
• Assists individual and groups of children to reinforce learning initiated by a teacher in various subject areas and motor activities.
• Assists teachers with content-area instruction for small groups or with individual students.
• Implements student Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) or learning contracts, token economy/reinforcement systems, etc.
• Monitors students engaged in independent work or similar activities.
• Supports the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Prepares a variety of instructional materials, as requested by the teacher.

Skills

Instructional support

Small group

Classroom management

Communication with teachers

Education

Paraeducator Permit

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Lake Forest School District is seeking a Paraprofessional, Instructional (7.5 hrs/day) for Lake Forest ILC on a temporary basis. The role reports to the Program Supervisor and aims to support teachers, reinforce instruction, and promote student well-being across classrooms and learning environments.

Key duties include assisting with instruction in small groups, implementing behavior strategies, preparing materials, and monitoring student progress.