Special Education Teacher Assistant Resource FTE; OE
Listed on 2026-06-19
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Position Details
- Position Type:
Support Staff/Teacher Assistant – Special Education - Date Posted: 6/11/2026
- Location:
Oswego East High School - District:
Oswego Community Unit School District No. 308
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Special Education Teacher Assistant. The role supports the academic, behavioral, and health/hygiene needs of students as directed by Special Education teachers.
Responsibilities- Assist students with specialized needs to achieve academic and personal goals.
- Apply general written and verbal guidance to specific work situations.
- Support students in meeting behavioral expectations and health/hygiene routines.
- Collaborate with Special Education teachers to implement individualized education plans.
- Assist with lifting and moving students, up to 30 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds with assistance.
- Desire to assist students with specialized needs and a commitment to their success.
- Knowledge or ability to obtain knowledge of best practices for working with children and young adults with specialized needs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds without assistance or up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Competitive salary of $21.25 per hour.
Benefits include participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension plan, a typical thirty-five hour work week, medical and dental insurance with a 75% board-paid contribution toward premiums, and a work calendar with 12 paid holidays and breaks during winter, spring, and summer.
Full-time associates also enjoy robust healthcare benefits: employer paid Life and AD&D insurance, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and choice among three medical plans (PPO and HMO). The district offers a deductible reimbursement program for medical expenses (excluding ER services) when enrolled in the PPO plan and using the RUSH Healthcare reimbursement program.
Prospective employees can learn more on the District website.
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