Role OverviewAssists Special Education teachers in elementary and high schools with students who have various disabilities, including physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, emotional impairments, and mental impairments. Requires bilingual skills and certification as a paraprofessional.
What You Will Do
Provide one-on-one tutoring services, assist with personal hygiene, arrange and adjust tools and equipment, assist with daily living skills, and accompany students on field trips.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Requires ability to work with students with various disabilities, ages birth to 21 years old, and ability to follow written and oral instructions. Good knowledge of grammar and spelling in English and at least one other language is required.
Requirements
- Valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education
- 60 semester hours of college credit at a college or university accredited by the North Central Association or successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Paraprofessional Assessment)
- Ability to work with and for students with various disabilities, ages birth to 21 years old
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions and direction
- Ability to complete and maintain basic written reports
- Ability to read, speak and write in English and at least one other language
Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
- Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
- Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
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