Paraprofessional

Ampersand Therapy • Wheeling, IL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Paraprofessional 2025–2026 School Year Ampersand Therapy is hiring paraprofessionals to join our school-based team for the 2025–2026 school year in Wheeling, IL. This is a full-time, in-person role with opportunities to work 1:1 or as a classroom aide. As a therapist-founded company, Ampersand Therapy centers the experiences of school-based professionals. We offer strong mentorship, responsive support, and a workplace culture built on care, inclusion, and professional respect. Position Details Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday Location: Wheeling CCSD 21 School District Start Date: As soon as possible Settings: 1:1 support and classroom-based roles available! Your Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group behavioral support to students with autism and/or other behavioral challenges Implement behavior strategies and accommodations designed by educators and behavior specialists Foster an inclusive, positive classroom environment Support students' social-emotional and academic development Communicate professionally with teachers, school teams, and families Maintain accurate and timely documentation Qualifications Illinois Educator License with Professional Educator License required Previous school experience strongly preferred Experience supporting students with behavioral or social-communication disabilities required Must pass a criminal background check Physical Requirements Occasionally: Sit/stand, reach above shoulder level, stoop/bend, climb stairs, repetitive arm/hand motions Occasionally/Frequently: Lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, twist, squat/crouch Frequently/Continuously: Lift and/or carry up to 10 lbs. Continuously: Handle/grasp Why Join Ampersand Therapy? We’re a women and therapist-founded company designed to support school-based professionals. Our team is small, responsive, and deeply committed to your success. Benefits & Perks (for 0.8 FTE and higher): Paid sick leave Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Professional development and licensing reimbursements Paid volunteer time Mileage reimbursement W-2 employment Referral bonuses No non-compete clauses An Inclusive Workplace Ampersand Therapy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates of every race, gender identity, sexual orientation, background, and ability status. Apply Today! If you're a compassionate paraprofessional and a heart for working with students, we’d love to connect. Apply today to join the Ampersand Therapy team for the 2025–2026 school year!

Requirements

• Illinois Educator License with Professional Educator License required
• Experience supporting students with behavioral or social-communication disabilities required
• Must pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

• Previous school experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group behavioral support to students with autism and/or other behavioral challenges
• Implement behavior strategies and accommodations designed by educators and behavior specialists
• Foster an inclusive, positive classroom environment
• Support students' social-emotional and academic development
• Communicate professionally with teachers, school teams, and families
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation

Benefits

• Paid sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional development and licensing reimbursements
• Paid volunteer time
• Mileage reimbursement
• W-2 employment
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed