Paraeducator at Westerhold Early Learning Center
Listed on 2026-05-27
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Early Childhood Education, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Para educator at Westerhold Early Learning Center
- Position Type:
Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant - Special Education - Date Posted: 4/21/2026
- Location:
District 62 Schools - Date Available:
3/2026 - Closing Date:
When filled.
Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a Paraeducatorfor the school year at Central Elementary School.
Position InformationThe Special Education Para educator provides direct support to students with disabilities in various educational settings, ensuring they have the necessary assistance to succeed academically, socially, and behaviorally. Working under the supervision of a certified special education teacher, the paraprofessional assists with classroom instruction, behavioral management, and individualized student needs.
This is a full time, 10 month, 180 day school year position, and will work with students in an Educational Life Skills (ELS) classroom. Applicants must hold or be eligible for a Paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of
Education:
Please see the attached job description for more information.
The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.
District InformationDistrict 62 has approximately 4,700 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round, K-8 school.
Compensation InformationThe position starting salary is $18.54 per hour including fully paid individual health benefits. (Those with 3 years of experience as a para educator or who hold a Bachelors degree will have a starting salary of $19.54 per hour.)
All applications will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be recommended for further interview consideration. After interviews are completed, the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources will make a recommendation to the Board of Education via the Superintendent.
Postings current as of 5/25/2026 12:35:33 PM CST.
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