A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
Upon Filling Special Education Associates are needed for this current 25-26 school year!
PURPOSE:
The primary role is to assist in facilitation of a well-organized, smoothly functioning educational environment where students with disabilities can take full advantage of the instructional program, available resource materials, and opportunities for socialization. This includes help with daily lessons, and projects on an individual and/or group basis.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
Full-days (6 hours, 55 minutes per day) during the school year for 190 days. Half-days (AM or PM) may be available.
BASE HOURLY RATE
$19.15-$24.18 per hour depending on experience. An additional pay is given to those with a Substitute license, Bachelor\'s degree, or Master\'s degree. ILS Associates receive an additional 10% of their base hourly rate as an Intensive Educational Associate stipend.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
BENEFITS INCLUDE
Board-paid single medical insurance Board-paid single dental insurance Life insurance $500 contribution to FSA/HSA for Single
HMO/HDHP
enrollees 12 Sick Days, 2 Personal Days 8 Paid Holidays Flex spending 403(b) / 457(b) options IMRF enrollment Employee Assistance Program
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Illinois Paraprofessional License, Substitute Teaching License, or Professional Educator License
REQUIRED
High School diploma (or equivalent) or higher required Please contact Human Resources for licensure assistance Experience working with children helpful, evidence of patience and flexibility
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support curriculum and instruction as outlined by the supervisor (e.g., implement instructional strategies, assist in the preparation of student materials) Assist supervising teacher with classroom activities and/or behavior management, as directed by the teacher or student services administrator Work collaboratively with supervisor and team Build and maintain effective communication Attend to specific needs of the assigned student(s) which may include transfers, toileting and feeding Supervise student during lunch, recess, or before or after school as directed by the supervisor Assist with the operation and care of specialized equipment Assist with various computer applications as trained
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
This position is directed on a daily basis by a supervising teacher or staff member. Educational Associates are formally evaluated at least 2 times a year by a building administrator with input from the supervising teacher or staff member.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires the physical ability to work with students and safely monitor their activities in classrooms, learning centers, cafeterias, playgrounds, etc. which might include sitting on the floor, using gym equipment, climbing steps and ladders, pushing student wheelchairs, and lifting/transferring students. Please apply online.
