Special Education Teaching Assistant - Elementary School

Wheaton Warrenville Unit School District 200 • Pleasant Hill, IL

9d • $17 - $23

About The Position

The Special Education Aide assists teachers in meeting the needs of special education students. The primary focus is to assist and enhance the educational process of students with disabilities in both instructional and non-instructional activities. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and /or ability required.

Requirements

• Current State of Illinois Paraprofessional (Aide) Approval, Educator License with Stipulations, Professional Educator License, or Substitute License.
• Have the ability to work effectively with children.
• Have the ability to function within the framework of the school environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of: Computers and basic programs. Child guidance principles and practices. Behavior management and positive reinforcement. Classroom procedures and appropriate conduct. Basic record keeping methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing a variety of activities for a balanced program of instruction, giving students opportunity to observe, question and investigate.
• Reinforce information and instructions following a lesson.
• Works with students individually or in small groups in academic studies, basic life skills and other assigned instruction.
• Implements behavior modification plans and procedures designed for individual students when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students.
• Maintain positive relationships with all students, school staff and parents.
• Observes and records student’s progress.
• Assists individual or groups of students during activities including recess, lunch and getting children safely on and off bus.
• Assist with hygiene and toileting activities which might include transferring and lifting students.
• Sanitize classroom and equipment using approved materials.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield HM0 80/20 cost share
• Dental Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield 80/20 cost share
• Vision Insurance: VSP 100% employee cost

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree