High School Special Education Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional Position at Somonauk High School

Somonauk High School is seeking a paraprofessional to support special education students in the general education and special education classrooms. The current need is at the high school level.

Performance Responsibilities (May Include But Not Limited To The Following):

• Must be prompt and regular in attendance
• Assists with classroom activities under the direction of a certified teacher
• Assists with the instruction of small groups of students
• Assists in the preparation of instructional materials and be able to perform activities utilizing technology when needed
• Assists any students when appropriate
• Assists teacher in duties relating to the supervision of playground, cafeteria, bathroom, and bus duty activities
• Provides information to the teacher regarding student progress
• Maintains a professional, confidential attitude toward work, students, and other adults in the school
• Be flexible and willing to listen and make changes when needed
• Cooperates with building personnel during routine activities
• Participates in staff development workshops and meetings during contractual work day
• Performs other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the teacher, principal, program director, or other administrator

One of the following required:

• Associate's degree or higher
• 60 semester hours of coursework
• High School Diploma or GED and a score of 460 or higher on the ETS Parapro
• High School Diploma or GED and the following scores on the ACT:
  Applied Mathematics/Applied Math (with a score of
  4) Reading for information/Workplace Documents (with a score of
  4)

If you have any questions about this position please contact:
Eric Benson SHS Principal  x1226