Instructional Aide

About the Employer

Paraprofessional 1:1 at Graham Elementary School

Job Title and Context

Paraprofessional 1:1 at Graham (2 positions)

Location and Schedule

Location: Graham Elementary School Hours per day: 7 hours (includes 30 minutes of unpaid lunch) Days per year: 191 days (including 1 day of CPI training)

Requirements and Qualifications

To be considered for this position, applicants must:
* Be at least 18 years old for Pre-K through 5th grade or 20 years old or older for 6th grade through 12th grade
* Demonstrate good manners, grooming, punctuality, and dependability
* Enjoy working with children
* Meet the basic requirements listed below

Basic Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required

Licensure and Certification

Must have an educator licensure with stipulation or valid Illinois teaching licensure or 90-day sub licensure To obtain an educator licensure with stipulations, provide proof of 60 college hours from an accredited college or pass either the ETS Parapro Assessment Test or ACT Work Keys Assessment Test at Lincoln Land Community College. Both tests can be scheduled at Lincoln Land by appointment.

Ability and Physical Demands

Must be able to perform all job-related functions Must be able to understand and follow verbal or written directions Must be able to communicate and maintain good working relationships with other employees and general staff of the assigned school Pass pre-placement agility/fit for duty exam with MOHA

Training and Certification

Must take CPI course and refresher courses

Physical Demands and Responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities

Assist teacher with students in the classroom Assist teacher with supervision of students in the lunchroom, on the playground, and when proceeding to and from 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

Compensation

$20.77 per hour (Step 1/1 - 26-27)
$22.03 per hour (Step 1 + 60 - 26-27)
$23.33 per hour (September 1st + BA - 26-27)