Paraeducator - CC BIL SE

Illinois School District U-46 • South Elgin, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Paraeducator Cross Cat Bilingual SE enhances students’ mastery of concepts and academic skills in targeted subject areas based on student and classroom needs. The role reinforces classroom instruction for individual students and small or whole groups, performing duties under the direct supervision of a certified staff member. The Paraeducator follows district and school policies and procedures and maintains the confidentiality of student, staff, and department information within the school and community.

This is a 10-month position at South Elgin High School, with a schedule of 7.0 hours per day. The starting hourly rate is $22.48. Salary and benefits are established by the Board of Education and set forth in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

• A Para Educator, Substitute, Professional Educator, or Provisional Educator License is required.
• For a Para Educator License, complete at least 60 semester hours of college coursework, pass the ETS ParaPro exam, or pass two specified Work Keys exams.
• Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency, written and verbal, is required.
• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent physical agility and quick response time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with students in an educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual or small/whole-group instructional lessons or related activities under the supervision of the assigned certified teacher.
• Document and report student behavior as directed by the teacher.
• Collaborate with the teacher and prepare and maintain materials.
• Attend assigned meetings and staff development activities, providing observations and reports as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow district and school policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of student, staff, and department information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree