Substitute Instructional Assistant; Paraprofessional

Substitute Instructional Assistant (Paraprofessional)

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute Instructional Aide
• Date Posted: 9/2/2022
• Location:
  
  Manhattan School District #114

Under the supervision of a licensed teacher, a paraprofessional supports teachers and students in many ways.

For instance, a paraprofessional can tutor students or assist the teacher with managing the classroom and organizing instructional materials.

Must have an ELS-Para or Para. If you don't currently have one, but would like to obtain one please see below the steps to obtain.

Pay: $110 per school day.

This position does not pay into a retirement system (IMRF) until over 600 hours are worked.

Paraprofessional (ELS-PARA or PARA)

A Paraprofessional assists teachers within school districts. Under the supervision of a licensed teacher, a Paraprofessional supports teachers and students in many ways. For instance, a paraprofessional can tutor students or assist the teacher with managing the classroom and organizing instructional materials.

At least 19 yrs of age to qualify for Pre‑K‑12th grade.

At least 18 yrs of age to qualify for Pre‑K‑8th grade. (Must be at least 19 yrs to qualify for the short‑term PARA approval)

Meet one (1) of the following requirements:

• Associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution
• 60 semester hours of non‑remedial coursework from a regionally accredited institution
• High School Diploma or equivalency and a score of 460 or higher on the ETS Para Pro test
• High School Diploma or equivalency and the following scores on the ACT Work Keys tests:
  Applied Mathematics/Applied Math - 4 Reading for Information or Workplace Documents - 4

* Paraprofessional $100 application fee, $30 registration fee. All fees processed and charged by ISBE.

ISBE offers a Short‑term PARA approval option. It is valid for 3 years and is non‑renewable.

• 19 yrs of age
• High School diploma or equivalent

* Short‑term PARA $50 application fee, no registration fee. All fees processed and charged by ISBE.

** Not all school districts accept the Short‑term PARA approval for employment.

• Submit required documentation via email to the ROE Licensure Department at druiiz

Submit Required Documentation

Official college/university transcripts may be submitted by:

• Email
  • Electronic transcripts must be sent directly from the registrar to the ROE. Please address and email transcripts to the ROE Licensure Department at mmilburn
• Postal mail
  • Official transcripts must be enclosed in a sealed envelope, as issued by the college Registrar. ROE Licensure Department 116 N Chicago St. Joliet, Ill. 60432

* The ROE does not have access to any documents submitted to ISBE.

* ISBE or the ROE does not accept transcripts opened or forwarded.

Please submit copies of test results and HS Diploma/HS Equivalency to the ROE Licensure Department at mmilburn

Log into your ELIS account and register in Will County and/or any county within Illinois that you will be serving.

Begin applying at Will County school districts. A background check/fingerprint appointment will be required by the school district during the hiring process. Please contact the employing school district for further instructions.

For further questions, please contact:
Andrea Popovich, HR Specialist
apopovich

Manhattan School District 114 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 3:45:37 AM CST.