Special Education Paraprofessional

Special Education Paraprofessional (#22953) –

VACANCY: The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional position for the 2026/2027 school year.

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of a licensed staff member the paraprofessional assists in the educational, functional, and social development of students with disabilities across settings.

• Assists and guides students with academic tasks and functional skills as assigned by teacher/clinician.
• Supervises and assists students with transitions in classroom and educational settings, during structured and unstructured activities (e.g., lunchroom, restroom, playground, community settings).
• Provides academic, functional, and behavioral support to students in accordance with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and related support plans.
• Assists with communication, scheduling, and adaptations of curriculum and the educational environment to meet student needs.
• Works with students individually or in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
• Maintains record-keeping to track and record student progress.
• Implements classroom management strategies to ensure safety and a supportive learning environment.
• Constructs, copies, distributes, and uses educational materials as directed.
• Applies safety protocols and assistance methods for students.
• Collapses instruction and classroom activities with teachers and other staff to coordinate plans.
• Utilizes computers, instructional technology, assistive devices, and equipment to support students and teachers.
• Attends staff meetings and professional development as needed.
• Provides assistance with assistive devices, supportive technology, and accessing facilities such as the restroom.
• Implements therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification and sensory breaks under supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with endorsement for Paraprofessional Educator.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with 30 hours of college coursework.

• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Motivated, energetic, adaptable to change; initiative and follow-through.
• Calmly handles stressful situations professionally.
• Academic proficiency in mathematics and language arts to support grade-level content.
• Follows written or oral instructions reliably.
• Maintains confidentiality of information regarding students and employees.
• Knowledge of curriculum materials and instructional techniques (desirable).
• Professionalism as a student role model and colleague.
• Bilingual proficiency for translation and interpretation when required.

• Communicates verbally, sees, and hears regularly.
• Pulls, pushes, ambulates, performs tasks from standing and seated positions, and uses fine motor skills.
• Occasionally stoops, kneels, crouches, and lifts up to 25 pounds.
• Maneuvers and physically assists students as needed.
• Assists with activities of daily living, including toileting, diapering, and eating, per IEP guidelines.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage provided through BCBSIL.
• FSA and Dependent Day Care accounts.
• Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Salary Advancement.
• IMRF contribution included in base salary.
• 403B plan.

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• FSA and Dependent Day Care accounts.
• Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Salary Advancement.
• IMRF contribution included in base salary.
• 403B plan.

The Valley View Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.