Paraprofessional - Educational Assistant

3 weeks ago

Waukegan, United States Waukegan Public School District 60 Full time

Openings as of 5/23/2024

Paraprofessional - Educational Assistant JobID: 6212 Position Type:
Professional Staff Student Support Services

Date Posted:
12/1/2023

Location:
Welcome Center

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Educational Assistant

 
Who We Are:
Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 15,500 students in preschool through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. Our District has one early learning center, 15 elementary schools, five middle schools and a high school program divided between two 9 – 12th grade campuses. The District encompasses portions of Waukegan, Beach Park and Park City.
 
Why We Do This Work:
The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant, and academically rigorous instruction that excites students and instills a love of learning in them.

Responsibilities :

Assist in the instruction of students with disabilities under the direct supervision of a fully certified teacher; Instructional assistance, under the direct supervision of a special education teacher shall include duties: serving students with any disability or disabilities in educational setting appropriate to meet the educational requirements set forth by the district, federal and state mandates, and individualized education plans; Prepare materials for various levels of instruction in collaboration with the teacher and under direct supervision of the teacher; Assist with the provided supplemental and follow up activities to instructional content and materials; Participate in parent/guardian, conference meetings when requested to attend during the regular scheduled day; Maintain a good rapport with parent/guardian; Maximize student interaction by providing opportunities to participate in instruction with their non-disable peers under the direct supervision of the teacher; Assist with the provided appropriate modifications and accommodations to ensure success Assist in communication to staff, students and parent/guardian;  Related to non-academic instruction: Assist with maintaining order by enforcing district behavior codes; classroom rules and student behavior intervention plans; Assist with classroom record keeping at the direction of the teacher Assist with operation of classroom equipment with proper training that includes, but is not limited to computers and various software programs, overhead projectors, LCD etc.; Arrange and maintain bulletin board displays; If required assist with supervising lunchroom, hall and playground areas that pertain to the classroom to which assistant was assigned Assist is food preparation and food clean up during snack or lunch if applicable; Other Duties:  As assigned, provide one on one assistance to students; With proper training, assist students with personal care needs including but not limited to: toileting (including diaper changing), dressing, feeding (excludes tube feeding)/opening food packages and physical movement under the supervision of OT/PT and/or SLP; Follow all district and building rules, regulations and procedures and adhere to negotiated contracts provisions; Uphold the ethical standards of Waukegan Public Schools. Fore example, confidentiality; Responsible to report all personal absences to the building principal or designee; Other related duties as assigned.

 
Qualifications : 

High School diploma or equivalent; 60 College Credits or Associate Degree; Illinois State/NCLB Approval; Ability to pass the paraprofessional basic skills test administered in the Human Resources Office, 1201 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan, IL 60085. 

 
Salary : Per contract language

Application Deadline : Candidates must submit an online application to be received by the closing date.

Only online applications will be considered for interviews.
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Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities
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