Early Childhood Educator Assistant

About the Employer

Job Title: Paraprofessional 1:1 K-2 Strive -
Hours and Schedule:
* Hours per day: 7 (includes 30 min unpaid lunch)
* Days per year: 191 (which includes 1 day of CPI training)

Requirements/Qualifications:
* Any person who is 18 years of age for Pre-K through 5th grade or 20 years of age or over for 6th grade through 12th grade,
* Well mannered, well groomed, punctual, dependable, enjoys being with children and who meets the basic requirements listed below.

Must Have:
* An educator licensure with stipulation or valid Illinois teaching licensure or 90-day sub licensure
* Must have high school diploma or equivalent
* Ability to perform all job-related functions
* Ability to understand and follow verbal or written directions
* Ability to communicate and maintain good working relationships with other employees and general staff of the assigned school

Physical Demands:
* Must pass pre-placement agility/fit for duty exam with MOHA

Specific Responsibilities:
* Assist teacher with the students in the classroom
* Assist teacher with supervision of students in the lunchroom, on the playground, and when proceeding to and from the buses
* Use copying machine with teacher supervision to make materials for the classroom
* Assist with feeding/toileting of students requiring total care
* Assist with lifting and positioning of non-ambulatory students
* Assist student with self help skills
* Perform other duties as assigned