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"Special Education Paraprofessional"

Duties

  • Assist the classroom teacher to preparation of materials
  • Confer with the classroom teacher on daily plans and procedures
  • Provide individual assistance to students during teacher instruction
  • Assist with classroom management as directed by the classroom teacher
  • Assist students with individual personal needs as directed by the classroom teacher
  • Under the supervision of the classroom teacher, instruct the students in both large and small group situations
  • Supervise students during recess and/or rest time.  this means constant supervision of entire class and requires good classroom management techniques
  • Make certain room is straightened at the end of the day.  Whenever possible, supervise students in this chore.  Assistant may also need to straighten room throughout the day
  • Put away all teaching materials, games, and toys after being used
  • Participate in in-service programs, parent programs, and any other meeting deemed necessary by the teacher
  • Assist with supervision of students on field trips
  • Get students ready for dismissal
  • Supervise students getting on and off the bus
  • Carry out any other duties and responsibilities deemed necessary and appropriate for the teacher assistant position as directed by the classroom teacher, building principal, or director of special education

Qualifications

  • At least 19 years of age to serve students in grades PK-22.
  • Beginning January 1, 2023, individuals who are 18 years of age may qualify for the ELS-Paraprofessional to serve students PK-8 by meeting the requirements outlined below.
  • One of the following required:
    • Associate’s degree or higher
    • 60 semester hours of coursework
    • High School Diploma or GED and a score of 460 or higher on the ETS Parapro
    • High School Diploma or GED and the following scores on the ACT Workkeys?:
      • Applied Mathematics/Applied Math (with a score of 4)
      • Reading for information/Workplace Documents (with a score of 4)

How to Apply

Complete an application on the website for the role:

Step 1: www.cusd187.org

Step 2: Scroll down click on "Employment"

Step 3: On the left-hand side click on "Apply Here"

Step 4: Click on "Click to view current job openings"

Step 5: in the middle column that says "Positions" scroll down and click on the job you’re looking for

Step 6: On the right-hand side click "Search for posted position"

Step 7: Select the position then click Apply on the right side 

Step 8: Create a fast track account and begin the application process

 

Send a copy of your resume to:

haywoodc@cusd187.org

pearcety@cusd187.org

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.cusd187.org

Email Address

pearcety@cusd187.org

Job Posting Date

7/14/2025

Start Date

N/A

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