Teacher Assistant - Special Education

Position Specification

POSITION TITLE:

TEACHER ASSISTANT FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

CLASSIFIED POSITION

REPORTS TO:

PRINCIPAL & FACILITATING TEACHER

• Provide integrated related services
• Collaborate with the teacher(s) regarding the student's progress, interest levels and problem levels
• Develop, produce, organize and obtain appropriate instructional materials
• Work with individuals of small groups at the teacher's request in review, reinforcement, enrichment and/or expansion of skills and concepts presented.
• Check student assignments, monitor testing and makeup work, organize classwork and homework as assigned
• Assist teacher(s) in various tasks such as door duty, hall duty, recess duty, preparation of bulletin boards, ordering of audio-visual materials and the collection of lunch tickets
• Participate in in-service training programs
• Assist teacher(s) in maintaining classroom discipline and alert the teacher(s) to any problem or special information regarding an individual student
• Utilize confidential and personal information concerning students and staff for professional purposes only, and in accordance with district regulations
• Assist with self care needs of students as necessary
• Assist with student's mobility around school environments
• Provide any assistance needed for successful participation in special classes (Art, Music, PE, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 60 semester hours of college coursework, OR a baccalaureate degree, OR demonstrated competency via a state or locally-approved assessment (per ESSA paraprofessional requirements)
• Eligibility for or possession of a Paraprofessional approval through the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities in a vocational, educational, or community-based setting

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field
• Prior experience as a job coach, transition specialist, or paraprofessional in a school setting
• Familiarity with community-based instruction and supported employment models
• Valid Illinois driver's license

All employees must adhere to district Board Policy, administrative procedures, and the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CHSD 218 Support Staff Agreement, I.E.A. Local 218). Employees in this role are subject to all relevant Illinois and federal laws governing the education and employment of individuals with disabilities, including IDEA, ADA, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Mandated training requirements must be completed as directed.

Salary placement is based on the CHSD 218 Support Staff Agreement (I.E.A. Local 218). The  hourly rate for Paraprofessionals is $19.51/hr (60 semester hours) or $20.43/hr (BA-level), based on 177 days 7.5 hours annually. Eligible for Board-provided employee benefits including health, dental, and life insurance, and paid leave, subject to contract provisions.

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