Duties
Bilingual (Spanish) - Special Education/General Education Paraprofessional
This position involves working in both special education and/or general education settings to support Spanish-speaking English Language Learners.
Specific assignments may vary as student needs change. Many paraprofessionals will support students in a variety of different roles within a school day. Some examples of duties below, as well as other duties as assigned:
Individual Student Care (as applicable)
- Assist students on and off the bus at the beginning and end of the day.
- Accompany students to lunch and assist in feeding, when necessary.
- Assist student in toileting, transfers, and hygiene issues as necessary.
- Maintain documentation logs on activities/behaviors of students as directed by the teacher.
- Become familiar with various technology and equipment based on student needs.
Supporting Instructional Duties
- Implement teacher designed review/reinforcement activities.
- Assist all students in the classroom during centers, small groups, etc. as directed by the teacher.
- Assist in modifying materials from the general education classroom as necessary.
- Collaborate with related services and teaching staff.
- Support use of technology devices, augmentative communication, and adaptive materials.
- Support differentiated instruction.
- Accompany and assist students in related services, specials, lunch, recess, and/or general education classes as needed.
- Data collection support.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold the appropriate certification to work as a paraprofessional, as listed by ISBE and ROE #17.
Spanish - Fluent in Spanish or endorsements/degrees in Spanish preferred.
Salary/Benefits
Starting wage for the 2026-2027 school year will be $17.25 per hour. Additional insurance benefits begin after 60 days.
How to Apply
Please email a letter of interest and resume (including two references) to Julie L. Schultz, Principal, schultzju@dwight.k12.il.us. Interviews will be scheduled with qualifying applicants.