Paraeducator at South Elementary School

1:1 Para educator at South Elementary School

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant - Special Education

• Date Posted: 12/11/2025

• Location:
  
  District 62 Schools

• Date Available:
  
  1/2026

• Closing Date:
  When filled

Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a 1:1 Para educator at South Elementary School.

The 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 position works directly with one student.

This is a full time, 10 month, 180 day school year position, and will work directly with one student providing 1:1 support throughout all aspects of the school day. 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 62 has approximately 4,900 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round, K-8 school.

The 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.) Salary information can be found here: