Paraprofessional Support Specialist

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Regeneration Schools Full time
Transforming Lives through Education

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Paraprofessional to join our team at Regeneration Schools. This individual will work closely with the general education and special education school team to provide individualized support to students, helping them develop their full potential while systematically increasing socially appropriate behavior.

About Regeneration Schools
ReGeneration is a nationally ranked charter program with seven charter schools located in Illinois and Ohio. We serve over 1800 students of whom 99% are minority and 86% are low income. Our mission is to ensure that all children have equal access to a high-quality, college-preparatory education through academic excellence and the content of their character.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Closely monitor student behavior as indicated on the student's IEP and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
  • Provide individualized instruction, under the direction of the Special Education teacher, to assess and identify student's needs on a one-to-one basis.
  • Set and attain ambitious student achievement and social-emotional benchmarks.
  • Collaborate with other paraprofessionals to facilitate positive interactions for the student with all staff who are responsible for the student's education.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher (must have at least 60 semester hours of college credit or university). OR Valid NCLB paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
  • 1-5 years of paraprofessional experience in an urban setting.
  • Can show proof of full vaccination for Covid-19.

Compensation:A competitive salary ranging from $40,000 to $60,000 per year, depending on experience.

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