Paraprofessional One on One With Student A.M.

Springfield School District 186 • Springfield, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves working one-on-one with a student during the A.M. hours. The daily schedule is from 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M., for 191 days per year, which includes one day of CPI training. The role requires individuals who are at least 18 years old for Pre-K through 5th Grade or 20 years old for 6th Grade through 12th Grade. Candidates should be well-mannered, well-groomed, punctual, dependable, and enjoy working with children.

Requirements

• Must have an Educator Licensure with Stipulation or valid Illinois Teaching Licensure or 90-day sub licensure
• 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.
• 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 take CPI course and refresher courses

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 the 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED