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Substitute Classroom Aide
Job in
Mount Prospect, Cook County, Illinois, 60056, USA
Listed on 2026-03-04
Listing for:
Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization
Per diem
position Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Child Development/Support -
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Type:
Substitute/Substitute Teacher Aide
Date Posted:
6/10/2025
Location:
Various
Date Available:
08/11/2025GENERAL INFORMATION:
Title................................................................ Substitute Classroom Aide
Licensure....................................................... Short Term Approval, ELS Para or Substitute License
Endorsement................................................. None
Classification ................................................ hourly
FLSA Status.................................................. Non-Exempt
Reports to..................................................... Building Principal or Program Administrator
Salary Classification..................................... $115 per day
PURPOSE:
The Substitute Classroom Aide works under the direct supervision of the licensed staff member assigned to the classroom, program, or student. This role is responsible for supporting instructional activities, ensuring student safety, and assisting with daily living needs, all in accordance with the guidance and direction provided by the licensed supervisor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of the education program under the supervision of, and as directed by the assigned licensed staff member.
• Assist in the direct supervision of students under the supervision of, and as directed by the assigned licensed staff member as necessary and directed.
• Assist in the implementation of behavior management systems as established by the program and assigned licensed staff member.
• Assist in crisis prevention and intervention services in a manner consistent with program policy under the supervision of designated licensed staff.
• Assists in toileting and feeding of students under the supervision of, and as directed by designated supervisor
• Communicates effectively with students in the students' preferred mode of communication as established by the program.
• Participate in general staff meetings, training programs and in-service sessions as required.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students and staff.
• Provide ongoing care for classroom equipment and materials.
• Demonstrate cooperation, openness for growth and willingness to contribute to a team approach to the educational program.
• Responsible for any data collection and facilitating accommodations as required by the classroom teacher.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Act as a positive role model for students.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding work with special needs students.
• Supplement the work of the assigned licensed staff member including, but not limited to, all required paperwork, organization of classroom, and supervision of students.
• Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and governing board goals and objectives, and The School Code of Illinois.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
• To perform the physically demanding job functions, strength and/or endurance for lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling are constantly required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical capabilities of climbing and balancing are seldom required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical body movement of stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling is constantly required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the upper extremity physical capabilities reaching, handling, and/or fine motor dexterity are constantly required.
• Exposure to temperature extremes is seldom or not present.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g. mechanical, cuts, burns, infectious disease, high decibel noise, etc.) is seldom or not present.
• Frequency of exposure to injury to self and/or others is occasionally present.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Meet the state requirements for Educator License with Stipulations endorsed for Paraprofessionals.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English to understand directions and communicate with students and staff.
• Experience working with special needs students or childcare experience preferred.
• Ability to physically move about the building.
• Ability to lift and position students (30-80 pounds) if assigned to a classroom with such requirements.
• Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to participate in NSSEO approved behavior management procedures, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training (NVCI) and to apply training in crisis situations including student restraints as needed.
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