Paraeducator Refocus - Urbana

Responsibilities

Circle Academy, a non-public Special Education school serving S/ED, BD, LD youth ages 10-21, is searching for a new member of our behavior intervention team. Responsibilities include working directly with Special Education certified teachers and administrators to plan for, coordinate responses, and implement the management of student behaviors in order to maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment.

ISBE Paraprofessional certificate required. Bachelor’s degree required. Previous experience in a school setting is preferred. Applicant must be a dependable team player with a strong work ethic.

Candidates must have a para-professional license issued by the ISBE or be able to obtain one. Bachelor’s Degree required, in education or human services preferred. Prospective employees must be at least 21 years old, have excellent written and oral communication skills, possess a valid Illinois driver's license and proof of auto insurance, and be able to maintain our client’s confidentiality. Prospective employees must submit to a pre-employment physical and a background check.

We offer our employees the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Garner Health & Paytient Card — Healthcare Navigation and Medical Cost Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Accident, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 6% Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Referral Program
• We also offer our employees a professional PSLF resource, Savvy Fi, to help navigate the loan forgiveness process.

Salary is based on education and experience. We are committed to the values of spirituality, teamwork, integrity and respect.

Required:

Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field.

Preferred: 1 year working in a school setting.

Preferred: ISBE Paraprofessional license issued by the ISBE or the ability to obtain one. Applicants must hold a valid Illinois driver’s license and provide proof of auto insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.