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The Joseph Sears School

Special Education Instructional Assistant / Paraprofessional

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $20.50–$21.50/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Kenilworth, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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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

Special Education Instructional Assistant / Paraprofessional The Joseph Sears School Kenilworth, IL Job Details Full-time $20.50 - $21.50 an hour 8 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Qualifications General academic student support Interpersonal skills High school diploma or GED Working with students Working with students with special education needs

Full Job Description Position:

Instructional Assistant /

Paraprofessional Job Responsibilities:

The instructional assistant provides academic and behavioral support to students with disabilities under the direction of the student's case manager. A successful Instructional Assistant is a team player who is passionate about supporting students, communicates effectively, works independently, and demonstrates flexibility.

Qualifications:

High school diploma No physical or lifting restrictions

Hours:

8:10 to 3:15

Salary/Benefits:

For the 2026-2027 school year, position pay starts from $20.50 to $21.50 per hour with opportunities for extra duty pay.

Benefits:

Instructional Assistants are offered health insurance, life insurance, and disability insurance

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.50 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance

Work Location:

In person