Paraprofessional - Unity Point Job Bloomington area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Date Posted

7/30/2026

Location

Unity Point School

TITLE

Teacher-School Health Aide

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Sixty hours of college level credit , preference given to Associates

Degree or higher education and/or

Pass Work Keys or ETS Para-Pro Assessment

Preference given to individuals with experience working with disability category of hire

All aides must obtain the Licensure and register credentials with the Illinois State Board of Education.

REPORTS TO

As assigned:

Building Principal

Technical Assistant Supervisor

Daily work load to be determined by student needs as determined by assigned classroom teacher.

GENERAL

Under the guidance and supervision of the teacher, a primary goal of the teacher-school health aide is to assist the teacher to provide an organized and effective learning environment for students, redirect students when needed per the student's behavior intervention plan, and assist with activities of daily living if necessitated by the student's medical condition.

TERM

Generally a (9) nine month contract based on 176 work days. Hours to be determined by supervisor, based on building assignment and student needs. Extraordinary Care Aide if not informed in advance that their assigned student is absent, shall be assigned other duties on that day.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Training will be required of all teacher-school health aides. The extent and content of training will be determined by the program supervisor and/or authorized by the Director of Special Education. The purpose of the training will be to acquire skills as may be necessary to meet the specific or unique needs of students in the classroom.

Carry out learning activities which are consistent with teacher direction and the students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP).

Function as a team member by showing initiative, being prompt and punctual in attendance, contributing to a positive learning and work environment, and lending special expertise and talents.

Carry out school approved behavior management plans with teacher direction.

Responsible for daily record keeping and providing feedback on student performance as assigned.

Carry out routine duties such as supervision of recess, bus, mealtime, and hallway duties; record keeping such as student attendance and lunch money; preparation, maintenance, and inventory of materials; straightening, washing tables, putting materials away, clean-up after snack, etc.

Observe and provide for the health and safety of all students including the provision of special health and hygiene procedures. Assisting students with Health Related Service Activities as required according to individual student needs. These Activities include:

Ambulation and transfer
Food and Nutrition:
Aides will be adequately trained by the school nurse to do tube feedings.
Toileting
Behavior Intervention
Hygiene and other specific activities based on student’s needs. These activities may require lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting walking and working with equipment used for Physical and Occupational Therapy.

Daily documentation log of HRS (Health Related Services) is required on HRS form.

Responsible for attending Tri-County Early Childhood screenings, conducting screening procedures with children and providing feed-back to parents.

Demonstrate ethical use of confidential information.

Assist in the development of motor skills such as positioning, range of motion, weight bearing, endurance, and coordination.

Assist in the development of communication skills which may include sign language, language boards, and specialized instruction.

Assume responsibility for conducting activities as per general school guidelines, policies and procedures.

Acquire new skills by assisting in the identification of inservice needs and…