Licensed Paraprofessional; Signing- ASL Job Algonquin area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Licensed Paraprofessional (Signing- ASL Preferred)

Job Description

Northwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency dedicated to providing special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. Our mission is to partner with schools to meet the unique needs of students, and we empower our team with professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture.

This position for the School year. The Paraprofessional works 177 days per year for 7 hours per day and earns $20.96-$36.83 per hour, depending on experience.

The Paraprofessional assists classroom teachers or other professionals to achieve instructional objectives; assisting students with disabilities with achieving established goals and with personal care and mobility.

Assist in classroom instruction as directed by the teacher(s).

Assist in classroom management as directed by the teacher(s).

Assist the students in individualized instruction as directed by the teacher(s).

Provide assistance and supervision to students on the playground, in the lunchroom, in the halls and other places when not in the classroom.

Provide assistance and supervision in the movement of students to and from the transportation provided.

Supervise students during lunch period both inside and outside as assigned.

Assist in the transportation of students on scheduled field trips as directed.

Provide clerical assistance for the teacher(s) including attendance, laminating materials, making copies, recording lunch count, handling lunch money and other duties as assigned.

Assist in therapy activities as directed by therapist(s).

Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher(s) or program supervisor.

Paraprofessional Benefits:

Group Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance:
Available for employees working 0.75 FTE or more, with PPO and HSA options.
Defined-Benefit Pension Plans:
Eligible employees participate in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).
Additional Retirement Savings Options: 403(b) and 457 retirement plans (optional, employee-funded).
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave:
Based on the number of days worked.
Telemedicine:
Access to telemedicine services.
Summer Work Opportunities:
Opportunity to pick up additional summer work and earn extra pay.
Summer months with year-round pay.
Ongoing Professional Development:
Regular opportunities for professional growth.
Collaborative Environment:
Monthly meetings and collaboration time with colleagues.
Regular 1:1 Check-Ins:
Frequent check-ins with leaders.
Mission-Driven and Leadership in

Education:

Commitment to partnering with schools and serving 68 districts in Northern Illinois.

Job Requirements

Must hold a Paraprofessional license issued by the ISBE.

Must have basic sign language skills.

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