General Education Paraeducator2026 - 2027 School Year Job Description/Summary See attached English/Spanish Bilingual Required Compensation: Level A: $22.73 per hour, entry-level for new DESA members, with benefits. 6.5 Hours daily Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 2:30 pmQualifications: Must have valid ISBE license (Paraprofessional, PEL, or Substitute License meets this qualification) Employment Application Procedure: Apply online Selection Procedure: Applications will be reviewed and selected by the hiring supervisor.
Job Purpose:
Improve the academic achievement to students through providing direct support to the general education classroom.
Essential Job Duties:
Assist the Instructor with classroom set up and class preparations.
Reinforce classroom instruction to individuals or groups of students.
Act as a resource person for students as needed.
Assist with the student development of organizational and study skills.
Implement and monitor a behavior management program.
Monitor and document the students' classroom performance and behavior.
Provide safe passage for students.
Provide support in unstructured settings for students.
Maintain effective communication with school staff.
Provide clerical assistance including technology.
Other duties as assigned by the principal or designee as relates to this job description.
Qualifications:
The required certification for the position.
A desire to work with special needs and at risk students.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as identified in the interview process.
A willingness to be trained in and utilize technology, including specific assistive technology.
The willingness to learn and apply district initiatives designed to improve student academic and social and emotional progress.
The willingness to learn and apply district training and initiatives to ensure a safe educational environment.
Must demonstrate the ability to be flexible in the educational environment and with individual student needs delivering appropriate support as needed.
Must enforce the District and School Policies and Procedures.
Disclaimer:
This description reflects the assignment of essential functions at the time of creation; it does not restrict Education Services administration to collaborate along with the DESA president regarding the ability to assign or reassign tasks consistent with the job purpose. Revised 08/08/2024
