Duties

Job Duties & Responsibilities 

• Embrace and help grow the mission of Pleasant Valley which is to “engage, inspire, and empower each student towards academic excellence and citizenship”. 
• Assist the classroom teacher in planning and implementing daily activities.
• Prepare educational materials and instructions for daily curriculum. 
• Monitor and manage students, especially those with specific needs.
• Escort students through hallways as needed.
• Carry out additional day-to-day duties as assigned.
• Ensure the safety of students at all times.
• Report to and communicate with the building principal as needed.

• Supervise students during recess, lunch and other activities as needed.
• Maintain the positive, inclusive and safe learning environment that has been established.
• Supervise and monitor the halls as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by administration.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills

• Must hold a valid Illinois Paraprofessional (PARA) or Short-Term PARA license.

• Additional information and license application process from Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) can be found HERE.

• Experience working with children and/or in an educational setting is preferred.
• Ability to follow and enforce rules, policies, and procedures.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Salary/Benefits

• Pay starts at $18 per hour with a possibility for more based on experience and qualifications
• Full-Time position with benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and life insurance.

Additional Notes

Position is for the 2026-2027 school year and will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found. Start date is 8/6/2026

How to Apply

Apply online at www.pv62.com/employment

OR

Email completed application, letter of interest, resume, references, transcripts, and proof of valid PEL to: bbobbitt@pv62.com

Email Address

bbobbitt@pv62.com

School District

www.pv62.com

Position Website

http://www.pv62.com/employment.html

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