Hallway Assistant SY

Position: Hallway Assistant 26-27 SY
Position Type:
Educational Support Staff/Hallway Monitor

Date Posted:
5/12/2026

Location:
Timber Ridge

Date Available:
08/11/2026

Closing Date:
UNTIL FILLED
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Title ................................................................ Hallway Assistant
Licensure ....................................................... Educator License with Stipulations
Endorsement ................................................. Paraprofessionals
Classification ................................................. ESP - 10 month - 196 days
FLSA Status .................................................. Non-Exempt
Reports to ..................................................... Program Administrator/Crisis Team Leader
Salary Classification ..................................... NSSEA ESP Salary Schedule - starting at Lane IV Step 0 Benefits ........................................................ PER NSSEA ESP BARGAINED AGREEMENT
Reviewed/Revised ....................................... 3/2023

PURPOSE:

The Hallway Assistant assists in the implementation of behavior management systems as established by the program and assigned certified staff member by utilizing crisis prevention techniques for crisis de-escalation, problem-solving, crisis intervention, and non-violent physical restraint in a manner consistent with Crisis Prevention Institute training and program policies under the supervision of designated certified staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of the education program under the supervision of, and as directed by the assigned certified staff member.

• Assist in the direct supervision of students under the supervision of, and as directed by the assigned certified staff member as necessary and directed.

• Assist in the implementation of behavior management systems as established by the program and assigned certified staff member.

• Utilize crisis prevention techniques for crisis de-escalation, problem-solving, crisis intervention, and non-violent physical restraint in a manner consistent with Crisis Prevention Institute training and program policies under the supervision of designated certified staff.

• 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.

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 students with special needs 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 with minimal supervision in accordance with established procedures.

• Ability to participate in NSSEO approved behavior management procedures, Crisis Prevention Institute Training(CPI) and to apply training in crisis situations including student restraints as needed.

• Ability to substitute as a classroom aide/1-1 aide as needed.

• Ability to obtain a bus driver's permit and transfer students (preferred).