Paraeducator - Urbana

Contribute to the warm and welcoming environment at Circle Academy, a non-public Special Education school serving S/ED, BD, LD youth ages 5-21. The Paraeducator works under the direction of, and in accordance with, the classroom teacher(s) to plan, coordinate, and implement the assigned classroom program. Previous experience in a school setting is preferred. Applicant must be a dependable team player with a strong work ethic.

We offer excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth and personal fulfillment. Wage is based on education and experience. We are committed to the values of spirituality, teamwork, integrity and respect.

**Experience**
Preferred
- 1 year(s): Working in a school setting.

**Education**
Required
- Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field

**Licenses & Certifications**
Preferred
- Para Professional (ISBE)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Pay: $19.00 - $32.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance

Grade levels:

- Elementary school
- High school
- Kindergarten
- Middle school

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

School type:

- Special education school

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)

**Experience**:

- working in a school setting: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Para Professional (ISBE) license (preferred)

Work Location: In person