Paraeducator

Para educator

Berwyn North School District 98 is located in Berwyn, Illinois. The district has three elementary schools and one middle school and serves more than 2,500 students in Pre-K through 8th grade. Our district is committed to mutual respect and cultural diversity. We foster strong partnerships among students, school staff, families, and the community and empower students to solve problems, make decisions, and apply technology so they can reach their full personal, academic, and civic potential.

We offer a Dual Language Program to ensure students are fluent in two languages, a STEAM Program, and 1-to-1 technology to prepare students for the future.

Job Profile:
We are seeking compassionate, dedicated para educators to assist elementary and middle school teachers with classroom lessons, activities, organization and management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in all aspects of instruction and classroom management
• Lead individual or small group discussions to reinforce learning
• Translate information from teacher to students for greater student comprehension
• Organize classroom materials
• Monitor students during lessons
• Assist with minimizing distractions and disruptions
• Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs
• Provide clerical support as needed, including tracking student attendance, grading tests and homework
• Ensure students receive positive, nurturing guidance and support
• Assist students on/off the bus
• Assist students with coats, jackets, hats, boots, shoes, etc.
• Supervise recess and washroom breaks; assist with diapering/toileting as needed
• Assist with lunch supervision
• Remain abreast of current trends in education by attending conferences and workshops based on school/district priorities
• Conduct and/or participate in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students
• Monitor student improvement
• Communicate clearly orally and in writing
• Maintain a close working relationship with classroom teachers and other staff to ensure information exchange and coordination of efforts
• Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Develop and maintain professional relationships
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior
• Serve as a role model for all campus staff
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Set high standards for self and others

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
  
  Associate's Degree, 60 semester hours of coursework, or high school diploma/GED and qualifying test scores
• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year accredited college/university (preferred)
• A valid Illinois ELS-PARA (Paraprofessional Licence) PEL, Substitute License or ELS License (Educator License w/Stipulations) is required
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Proficient use of technology (computer, iPads, copy machine, etc)
• Prior experience working with children/adolescents
• Passion for working with children/adolescents
• Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in English
• Basic knowledge of reading and/or math content
• Ability to manage student misbehavior
• Willingness/Ability to toilet children as needed
• Willingness/Ability to change diapers of students as needed
• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in Spanish
• Minimum of two years' experience working with students with learning disabilities

Salary:
Salary Range: $30,755 - $50,759;
Initial salary is determined by prior experience and education

Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 100% employee-only coverage fully paid by the district Employer-provided life insurance policy Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering resources for mental health, financial planning, legal guidance, and more to help you navigate life's challenges Generous leave policy, including personal days off, paid holidays, and sick leave to support your work-life balance and well-being Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) and optional 403(b) retirement savings plan Tuition Reimbursement program and Professional Development opportunities to support growth and career advancement

Disclaimer:
This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.