Temporary Instructional Assistant — Classroom Support

Willowspringsschool; Willow Springs (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Springs School District 108 seeks a Paraprofessional – Long Term Leave Position to support classroom instruction under supervision of licensed staff, reinforcing academic skills and providing individualized student support.

The role runs from November 9, 2026 to February 1, 2027, with responsibilities aligned to district curriculum and policies; compensation follows the district's bargaining agreement and work experience.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Illinois Paraprofessional License or appropriate substitute license.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, teachers, administrators, and other school staff.
• Ability to support students with diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, technology, and other academic skills through individual and small-group support.
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments and participating in instructional activities.
• Support classroom management and reinforce classroom expectations to promote a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment.
• Provide student supervision during lunch, recess, hallway transitions, and other non-instructional activities as assigned.
• Follow Board of Education policies, district procedures, and applicable requirements of the Illinois School Code.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by administration.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative work

Support diverse needs

Education

Illinois Paraprofessional License or substitute license

Job description

Willow Springs School District 108 seeks a Paraprofessional – Long Term Leave Position to support classroom instruction under supervision of licensed staff, reinforcing academic skills and providing individualized student support.

The role runs from November 9, 2026 to February 1, 2027, with responsibilities aligned to district curriculum and policies; compensation follows the district's bargaining agreement and work experience.