Paraprofessional, Physical Welfare

Para educator Tutor Classroom Core

The job of Para educator Tutor Classroom Core is done for the purpose of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for working with individual and/or small groups of students in assigned regular classroom; assisting with implementing plans for instruction; monitoring and reporting student behavior and performance; and providing information to appropriate school personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Illinois Paraprofessional License or Substitute License as required by ISBE
• Experience working successfully in a diverse, multicultural environment

Required Skills:

• Operate standard office equipment (e.g., computers, printers, copiers).
• Use pertinent software applications (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email).
• Prepare and maintain accurate and organized records.
• Demonstrate a willingness to upgrade skills to meet changing job requirements.
• Apply basic math concepts, including algebra and/or geometry.
• Read manuals, follow prescribed writing formats, and present information clearly.
• Understand grammar and punctuation rules.
• Possess knowledge of child development stages and learning styles.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities.
• Understand and apply board policies and relevant district, state, and federal regulations/laws.
• Schedule and coordinate activities efficiently.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data using defined procedures.
• Operate job-related equipment using standardized methods.
• Adapt and work collaboratively in a variety of settings and with diverse individuals.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism, especially in student interactions.
• Set priorities, manage time effectively, and handle frequent interruptions.
• Solve problems by identifying issues and developing appropriate action plans.
• Work independently with data and interpret guidelines as needed.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Instructional Support
• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and implementing IEP goals.
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards.
• Facilitates student learning for the purpose of achieving success in academic skills through defined lesson plans under the direction of the supervising teacher.
• Provides, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives and ensuring students' success in school.
• Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher, research-based interventions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Assessment and Monitoring
• Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the instructional process.
• Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings and provides time-limited class supervision for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.
• Communication and Collaboration
• Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of curriculum and teaching methodologies.
• Administrative and Operational Support
• Maintains classroom equipment, work area, and manual and electronic files and records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit pertaining to District 219.

Terms of Employment: 187 day calendar

Working Conditions:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Salary Range: P1 with hourly bump for BA or higher