Paraprofessional

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant
• Date Posted:
  11/2/2026
• Date Available:
  
  11/02/2026

SOUTH BELOIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 320
HIGH SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

Position Title
:
Special Education Paraprofessional
Department
:
Special Education
Reports To
:
Building Principal
Work Location
:
High School
Employment Status
:
Part-Time

The Special Education Paraprofessional assists licensed special education teachers and other designated school personnel in providing instructional, behavioral, functional, and personal support to students with disabilities in the high school setting. The employee supports the implementation of students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), assists students in accessing the general education curriculum and school activities, and promotes student independence, safety, inclusion, and academic progress.

The paraprofessional works under the direct supervision of a licensed teacher and performs assigned duties in accordance with student IEPs, district policies, established procedures, and applicable state and federal laws.

• Instructional Support
  • Assist students individually and in small groups with classroom assignments, instructional activities, and educational materials as directed by the supervising teacher.
  • Reinforce concepts and skills previously taught by the classroom or special education teacher.
  • Assist students with organization, task completion, study skills, time management, and appropriate use of instructional technology.
  • Support students in general education classrooms, special education classrooms, resource rooms, vocational settings, and other assigned learning environments.
  • Help prepare and organize adapted instructional materials and resources.
  • Assist students in accessing accommodations and supports identified in their IEPs.
  • Observe and communicate student progress and concerns to the supervising teacher.
• Individualized Education Program (IEP) Support
  • Assist in implementing assigned accommodations, modifications, supplementary aids, and support strategies identified in students' IEPs.
  • Follow instructional and behavioral procedures established by the special education teacher and other qualified personnel.
  • Support the development of academic, communication, social, functional, and independent-living skills as appropriate to student needs.
  • Assist with collecting observational data and maintaining assigned documentation related to student performance.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student records and information.
  • Refer questions concerning IEP interpretation, instructional planning, placement, services, or changes to the supervising teacher or administrator.
• Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support
  • Reinforce classroom expectations, school rules, and positive behavior.
  • Assist with implementing approved behavior intervention plans and positive behavioral supports as directed.
  • Encourage appropriate communication, self-regulation, conflict resolution, and positive peer relationships.
  • Assist students with transitions between classrooms, activities, and school settings.
  • Recognize and report behavioral concerns, incidents, and safety risks to the appropriate staff.
  • Follow district-approved crisis prevention, de-escalation, and emergency procedures when trained and assigned.
• Personal Care and Functional Assistance
  • Assist students with toileting, feeding, hygiene, dressing, mobility, transfers, and other personal care needs when required by the student's IEP or assigned care plan.
  • Support the safe use of adaptive equipment and assistive technology in accordance with training and established procedures.
  • Follow applicable health, sanitation, infection-control, and student-specific safety protocols.
  • Provide personal assistance in a manner that protects student dignity, privacy, and independence.
  • Complete required training before performing assigned specialized care procedures.
• Student Supervision and Safety
  • Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms when assigned, school grounds, and other designated areas.
  • Assist with student arrival, dismissal, passing periods, lunch periods, assemblies, field trips, and other school activities.
  • Monitor student safety and promote appropriate conduct throughout the school day.
  • Follow emergency procedures and promptly report accidents, injuries, suspected abuse or neglect, and other concerns in accordance with district policy and applicable law.
  • Assist students in safely accessing school facilities and…