Learning Program; MLP Teaching Assistant -Elementary School

Overview

Learning Program (MLP) Teaching Assistant – Elementary School, 7 hours per day. .

Description:

MLP Teaching Assistant needed in a K-6 building to work with special education students to improve educational outcomes and provide support within all settings so that all students can actively participate as independently as possible.

• Provide feedback to teachers and related service providers regarding the child’s progress, interests, or challenges.
• Assist with the organization and implementation of instructional tasks and materials to support learning and the instructional process.
• Work with individuals and small groups as requested by the teacher for review, reinforcement, enrichment, or expansion of skills and concepts.
• Record observations of student behaviors and performance in accordance with the curriculum and the student’s IEP goals.
• Assist with various duties (e.g., door duty, hall duty, recess duty).
• Participate in in-service training programs as assigned.
• Use observation, proximity, and prompting strategies to maximize student independence.
• Assist in positive behavior management under the direction of the teacher and team, implementing specific behavior intervention strategies as directed.
• Handle confidential student and staff information in accordance with district procedures.
• Assist with self-care needs of students (feeding, mealtime, toileting, and hygiene) as necessary.
• Support mobility needs of students throughout the school environment, including lifting and transferring as directed by PT and the educational team.
• Provide assistance for successful participation in specials (art, PE, music, etc.).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must possess a PEL with Paraprofessional Statement of Approval issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Certification and qualifications as set by the State Board of Education and the School Code.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may deem appropriate.

7 hours per day (8:00 to 3:30 p.m.), Monday–Friday.

$21.85 - $23.87 per hour, dependent upon experience. Benefits included.

Apply online, uploading your cover letter, resume, and letters of reference within the application.

The appropriate administrator will review applications and contact selected candidates for an interview.