Paraeducator - Hazel Crest, IL

Pediatric Developmental Services•Hazel Crest, IL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking to hire a full-time Paraeducator. This teaching position comes with a competitive Pay Rate and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes: Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution IRA with company matching. PDS provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers & pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen. We know that every one of our employees is essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.

Requirements

Strong communication skills
Self-motivated
Patient and willing to problem solve
Ability to easily connect with children and their parents

Responsibilities

Offering instructional services to students under the direct supervision of a teacher.
Assisting students in maintaining appropriate behavior by implementing behavior intervention plans and de-escalating undesirable behaviors.
Providing toileting, feeding, and other personal care assistance to students with physical disabilities.
Ensure that the student is always in a safe and positive environment.