Paraprofessional One on One

Springfield School District 186 • Springfield, IL

6h • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves assisting a teacher with students in the classroom and supervising them in various settings such as the lunchroom and playground. The role requires supporting students with daily tasks, including feeding, toileting, and self-help skills, and assisting with the positioning of non-ambulatory students. The job also includes making classroom materials and performing other assigned duties. The position is for 7 hours per day, including a 30-minute unpaid lunch, and 191 days per year, which includes one day of CPI training.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age for Pre-K through 5th Grade or 20 years of age or over for 6th Grade through 12th Grade
• Must have an Educator Licensure with Stipulation or valid Illinois Teaching Licensure or 90-day sub licensure
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to perform all job-related functions
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or written directions
• Ability to communicate and maintain good working relationships with other employees and general staff of the assigned school
• Must pass physical and TB test
• Must take CPI course and refresher courses
• Must pass pre-placement agility/fit for duty exam with MOHA

Nice To Haves

• To obtain an Educator Licensure with Stipulations from the Regional Superintendent’s Office, you must provide proof of 60 college hours from an accredited college or pass either the ETS ParaPro Assessment test or ACT Work Keys Assessment test at Lincoln Land Community College.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with the students in the classroom
• Assist teacher with supervision of students in the lunchroom, on the playground, and when proceeding to and from the buses
• Use copying machine with teacher supervision to make materials for the classroom
• Assist with feeding/toileting of students requiring total care
• Assist with lifting and positioning of non-ambulatory students
• Assist student with self help skills
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• $24.22/per hour (Step 1/1 - 26-27)
• $25.71/per hour (Step 1 + 60 - 26-27)
• $26.78/per hour (Sept 1 + BA - 26-27)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED