Job Description (High School Diploma Needed) NDSEC is looking for a Special Education Paraprofessional (Teaching Assistant) to join our team. We are looking for a team member who is passionate about providing high-quality services and care to children.

The ideal candidate will:

Have a passion for working with children Have the ability to multi-task and be self-motivated Have the ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently Have strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships quickly and effectively Be able to work both independently and in a team environment. Have strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities:

The Paraprofessional will be responsible for providing academic and behavioral support to students in our Special Education Program. The Paraprofessional will assist the classroom teacher in implementing the curriculum and supporting student behavior.

Qualifications:

Hold of these licenses issued by

ISBE:

Educator License with

Stipulations:

Endorsement as Paraprofessional Educator (ELS [Para]) Short-Term Approval for Paraprofessionals (STA [PARA]) Substitute Teaching License (SUB)

Salary:

Competitive hourly wage (Starting at $16.95/hr to $20/hr depending on level of education and experience)

Benefits:

• Health insurance premiums fully paid by NDSEC for fulltime employee . $500 deductible PPO plan
• Pension fund (IMRF) participation
• Life insurance $50,000 death benefit
• Long term disability insurance at no cost to employee working above .50 FTE
• Dental and Vision insurance available
• 403B retirement plan available
• Pre-tax flex spending account available for medical and day care expenses

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.80 - $21.57 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

Public school Special education school

Work Location:

In person