Paraprofessional Assistant
4 days ago
Seeking a dedicated and passionate Paraprofessional to assist teachers in the classroom and provide support to students in Lake Forest, Illinois.
Key Responsibilities- Assist teachers with classroom management and instructional tasks.
- Provide one-on-one or small group support to students.
- Help implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
- Prepare and organize instructional materials and resources.
- Supervise students during non-classroom times, including in the cafeteria, on the playground, and during field trips.
- Support students with daily activities, including personal care if needed.
- Monitor and record student progress and behavior.
- Foster a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other staff to support student learning and well-being.
- Participate in professional development and training sessions.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Associate's degree or higher, or completion of at least two years of study at an institution of higher education, or a minimum of 60 college credit hours, or successful completion of a formal state or local assessment demonstrating knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Patience, flexibility, and a passion for helping students succeed.
- Basic understanding of child development and instructional strategies.
- Must pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting as required by Illinois state law.
- Completion of any required state and local certifications for paraprofessionals.
- Previous experience as a paraprofessional or teacher's aide.
- Training or coursework in education or a related field.
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
- This position will be primarily based in a classroom setting, with some duties performed outside the classroom during supervision times and field trips.
- Petitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Interested candidates should submit a resume to Bennett.Freeman@Soliant.
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