Special Education Paraprofessional

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Esperanza School Full time

**Excellent opportunity for those who are looking to make a difference in the lives of students with special needs. Additional stipends and sub opportunities for paraprofessionals with a college degree.**

Esperanza School is currently seeking Special Education Paraprofessionals to join our team. As part of our non-profit organization, Esperanza Therapeutic Day School provides individualized instruction for students with autism, intellectual disabilities, and developmental disabilities.

As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you will assist the Special Education Teacher and Behavior Therapists in instruction for children with developmental disabilities in the classroom. Your role will be dedicated to facilitating communication, increasing social skills, academic skills, self-help skills, and promoting independence among our students. You will work closely with the teacher and behavior therapist to help students decrease maladaptive behaviors that hinder their development while systematically increasing socially appropriate behaviors.

**Requirements**:

- Must be able to fulfill the ISBE requirements for the paraprofessional license within the first 75 days of employment.
- Passion for working with students with special needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Previous experience in special education or working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred but not required.

**Requirements: ISBE Paraprofessional or Sub Certificate**

**Please visit ISBE for more details**:
Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- 403(b)
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

- Elementary school
- High school
- Middle school

Physical setting:

- Private school
- Special education school

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (required)

License/Certification:

- Professional Educator License (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Chicago, IL 60622 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Chicago, IL 60622: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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