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SEAPCO

Paraprofessional

Pay: $24,000–$31,000/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Peoria, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/10/2026

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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

Paraprofessional

SEAPCO - 3.4

Peoria, IL Job Details Full-time $24,000 - $31,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Medical procedure assistance Assisting medical staff Working with students Behavioral support plan implementation Patient hygiene assistance Full Job Description The Special Education Association of Peoria County (SEAPCO) is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Paraprofessional.

Credentials:

Must have ISBE Paraprofessional License 1.

Accountability:

1. Assists special education and/or regular education teacher(s) with classroom management and behavior management plans. 2. Assists special education and/or regular education teacher(s) with instructional process. 3. Prepare and/or produces usable materials under direction of the supervising teacher. 4. Completes clerical duties. 5. Assists with medical procedures and student health/hygiene matters, when required. 2.

Professional Characteristics:

1. Dresses neatly and in accordance with the building standards. 2. Maintains appropriate interactions with teachers and all professional staff. 3. Communicates effectively. 4. Demonstrates enthusiasm and initiative. 5. Upholds integrity and confidentiality of colleagues and students. 6. Accepts constructive criticism. 7. Follows directions of supervising teacher. 3.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Maintains continuity of program by regular attendance and adherence to schedules. 2. Uses time efficiently. 3. Works in a cooperative manner to maintain effective collegial teams.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24,000.00 - $31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Peoria, IL 61607 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Peoria, IL 61607: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person