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Ro Health

2026-2027 Part Time or Sub Paraprofessional School District #27556

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What they do

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.

$34,974 / year median in Illinois

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Ro Health is hiring for qualified Paraprofessionals and Behavioral Aides to work with Cook, Will county and surrounding areas for the 2026-2027 school year! Our highest paying positions will be offered to candidates with experience providing behavioral support in a school setting, specifically leveraging implementation of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), with students ranging in grade level from pre-K to high school. It it a great benefit if you have previous experience supporting students with special needs and have worked in a 1:1 or 1:multiple capacity. This role is called a Behavioral Class Aid , sometimes also known as a Behavioral Technician. Why Ro Health? Schedules to complement your lifestyle Competitive compensation and weekly paychecks Commuter benefits up to $315/month through our partnership with Edenred 24/7 administrative and clinical support Healthcare benefits for eligible providers All providers earn PTO and sick time, even when working a per diem schedule
Overview:
In-person Cook and Will County or surrounding area
Schedule:
M•F 8:00 AM•3:00 PM (outside of school breaks)
Compensation:
$20•24.00 Start ASAP Our providers are assigned to cases as either 1:1 supports, or as a general classroom aide. As a 1:1 support: you would be going to each class with your student to provide behavioral and educational support throughout the day. 1:1 supporters are responsible to ensure their student is on task and working towards their behavioral goals.
General classroom supports:
providers who are assigned to work with a single teacher or classroom. In this role, providers will support wherever they are needed most by the teacher. Typically every day looks different in this position, and you may be working with several different students throughout your day.
Qualifications:
At a minimum, candidates must have a Paraprofessional Endorsement from ISBE Previous experience working in a school setting Required Minimum 6 months experience in childcare Associate's degree preferred, High School Diploma Required Experience working with students with high behavioral support needs Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorders preferred Strong assessment skills Passion for supporting students in the learning process Inclination to work well in a team environment Candidates with at least 48 college credits are encouraged to apply! Psych Degrees are well suited for this role
Responsibilities:
Providing behavioral support to children in a school-setting Providing assistance with activities of daily living (toileting, feeding, walking) Calm, clear, and concise communication with both children and adults Ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time Potential need to frequently bend, crouch, and lift (up to 40 pounds) Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status) : Paid time off Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401K with matching Direct deposit Single point of contact Does this role sound like the right fit for you? Apply today! For any inquiries, please email ilbehavioral@rohealth.com or call/text 312-736-2228.
Pay:
$20.00•$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance
Experience:
Special education: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Paraprofessional Certification (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Professional Development