Paraprofessional

Chicago Heights School District 170•Lincoln, IL

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Classroom Paraprofessional works closely with individual exceptional students or small groups on a regular basis, helping provide an environment where students can fully participate in the instructional program. The role supports students with classroom learning, self-help and personal care tasks, movement around the school, and integration into the general education classroom. Work is carried out under the teacher’s supervision and in coordination with other school staff. The position requires a valid Illinois paraprofessional license registered in Region 07 South Cook ISC4. Salary, benefits, and work year are established by the Support Staff Contract. The stated salary range is $22,828–$24,633, commensurate with experience, and the position participates in IMRF.

Requirements

Valid paraprofessional license issued by the State of Illinois and registered in Region 07 South Cook ISC4.
Understand the role of special education support staff.
Understand the requirements of P.L. 94-142 and state special education legislation.
Understand student and parent due process.
Demonstrate a flexible attitude and approach toward classroom situations.
Show genuine concern and respect for students.

Responsibilities

Assist assigned students with physical tasks such as putting on and taking off outerwear, moving between rooms, using the lavatory, and toileting.
Listen to students recite, read, and complete curriculum tasks, guiding and helping them without teaching them.
Perform appropriate simple errands and tasks for students, such as sharpening pencils or carrying lunch trays.
Work with small groups to reinforce material introduced by the teacher under the teacher’s supervision.
Accompany students to the office or other areas of the building when appropriate.
Establish supportive and sympathetic relationships with students without encouraging intense emotional involvement.
Serve as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team when requested.
Participate in special education in-service training.
Support the integration of students receiving special education services into the regular classroom.
Establish cooperative relationships with staff members in the general education program.
Help modify classroom materials or equipment when necessary.
Help the teacher maintain classroom limits and implement creative, positive solutions to problems.
Help students develop appropriate personal and interpersonal skills.
Assist the teacher in coordinating general classroom activities and facilitate interaction among students.
Check workbooks, correct papers, and help supervise testing and makeup work.
Help supervise students loading and unloading buses.
Lift and relocate students or equipment as needed.
Assist students with self-help and self-care skills.
Sanitize materials and equipment in accordance with board policy.
Carry out other appropriate activities assigned by the teacher.