Duties
To assist the teacher(s) to whom assigned in a meaningful manner that will enhance the educational and social-emotional development of the students.
Performance Responsibilities:
A. Is sensitive to the needs of students.
B. Prepares materials and/or works under the supervision of the teacher(s).
C. Reinforces concepts and skills introduced by the teacher(s).
D. Works with small groups and with individual students.
E. Assists in the daily supervision of students (bus-related services, inclusive programming, community training, physical education, lunch, etc.).
F. Assists children with needed self-care skills (toileting, care of clothes, grooming, etc.), which may include bending, stooping, turning or lifting.
G. Performs routine clerical tasks.
H. Assists in maintaining an orderly and neat classroom.
I. Attends faculty and special meetings as specified by the principal and/or teacher(s).
J. Provides general support to the teacher(s) with whom he/she works.
K. Follows building and classroom procedures established by the principal and teacher(s).
L. Participates in professional development as directed by his/her supervisor.
M. Performs other related duties as assigned by the teacher(s) and/or principal.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Paraprofessional License or ability to obtain license
Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and parents
Possess good human relations and communication skills
Ability to lift 30 pounds or more
Ability to use approved student restraints
Ability to bend, stoop, turn, squat or lift in order to serve student needs
Additional Notes
Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.
Want to Learn More?
- If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Director of Human Resources & Employee Engagement, Ms. Nancy Whitehouse, at whitehna@u4sd.org. Please include your résumé.
