Paraprofessional Educator

Al - Furqaan Foundation • Darien, IL

18d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

FAEC, part of the Al-Furqaan Foundation, is hiring paraprofessionals for school-based positions in the west suburbs. The organization describes itself as a Muslim nonprofit committed to putting children first and creating the first Islamic special-needs school in America. Paraprofessionals work with assigned students throughout the school day, supporting their learning and following their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). They receive support from clinical leaders and access to resources and training intended to foster their professional growth.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State-approved paraprofessional license or certification; short- or long-term para license is accepted.
• Experience working with students with autism is required.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage time to ensure structure and accountability.
• Ability to collaborate with partners regarding student learning.
• Knowledge of student learning theories and differentiated instruction techniques.
• Ability to meet and maintain agency-required crisis prevention and intervention training and CPR certification.
• Ability to multitask in a high-stress environment while maintaining professional behavior.
• Professional communication skills and respect for staff members.
• Ability to communicate warmly and respectfully with students.
• Ability to interact with diverse personalities.
• Ability to adhere to FAEC policies.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with communication, behavior, and sensory interventions.
• School experience.
• Arabic language skills.
• Urdu language skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow activities, materials, and prompting hierarchies across settings in accordance with the assigned student’s IEP throughout the school day and participate in the classroom schedule.
• Prioritize and complete tasks with consistent follow-through.
• Implement students’ IEPs, including Behavior Intervention Plans and communication systems such as AAC and PECS.
• Collect and record daily data for assigned students related to behavior plans, communication systems, and other needs identified by the student’s team.
• Adhere to all aspects of Active Supervision.
• Use approved crisis prevention techniques.
• Implement recommendations from teachers, clinical staff, and administrators.
• Communicate with students’ families or guardians as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Maintain student confidentiality, privacy, and dignity at all times.
• Participate in ongoing in-house, team, and other assigned training.
• Follow mandated reporter and OIG guidelines, as well as FAEC policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Access to online resources, approved webinars, therapy ideas, and free continuing education units (CEUs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED