Special Education Teaching Assistant - Early Childhood

About the position

This class is accountable for assisting certified staff with direct instructional support and the general supervision and management of students.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with physical needs (toileting, eating, dressing, lifting required)
• Assists the teacher in observing, recording, and charting behavior
• Assists the teacher with crisis problems and behavior management
• Assists with group educational activities that include students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Carries out tutoring activities designed by the teacher that include students on IEPs
• Confers and plans with teachers related to classroom and/or IEP objectives and/or modifications, and provides documentation
• Maintains classroom (whiteboards, etc.)
• Manages students (including those on IEPs)
• Monitors supplementary work and independent study that include students on IEPs
• Participates in professional activities and meetings
• Prepares classroom materials including those related to IEPs or modifications/accommodations
• Prepares the classroom environment for learning activities
• Provides assistance with individualized programmed materials
• Supervises children in the hallway, lunchroom, playground, and on field trips
• Supports instruction for individual students (one-on-one or small group), including those on an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) under the direction of the supervising teacher
• Works with audio-visual equipment, computers and/or assistive technology as related to IEP accommodations and modifications
• Works with teachers to develop classroom schedule
• May transport students in District vehicles, when requested
• Performs other related duties as required

Requirements

• Valid Illinois Paraprofessional License registered in Lake County
• Experience with students who require additional social emotional supports (preferred)

Benefits

• $22.73 per hour minimum
• 10 Month Position