Description:
To improve educational outcomes for students and to provide support within
a Pre-Kindergarten classroom so that all students can become active
participants within the setting.
Job Summary:
Collaborate with the
teacher(s) regarding the child’s progress, interest levels, or challenges.
Assists with the development,
production and organization of instructional materials.
Work with individuals and small groups at the
teacher’s request in review, reinforcement, enrichment, and/or expansion of
skills and concepts presented.
Assist teacher(s) in daily
tasks such as: guiding student through daily routines, arrival and departure
routines, bathroom assistance, library, and outside activities.
Assist teacher by performing
daily classroom activities such as: checking student backpacks, preparing table
activities, preparing snack, and cleaning tables/classroom.
Participate in in-service
training programs as assigned.
Assist teacher in maintaining
classroom discipline and alert the teacher to any problem or special
information about an individual student.
Utilize confidential and
personal information concerning students and staff for professional purposes
only, and in accordance with District regulations.
Assist with self-care needs of
students as necessary.
Assist with student’s mobility
around the school environment.
Provide services under the
direction and monitoring of Pre-K staff.
Performs other duties and
assumes other responsibilities as may be assigned.
Qualifications:
Must possess a ParaProfessional Statement of Approval
issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.
Certification
and qualifications as set by the State Board of Education and the School Code.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the
Board of Education may find appropriate.
Fluent in Spanish preferred.
Working Conditions: 6.5 hours per day
Application Procedure:
Apply online, uploading your cover letter, resume and letters of reference within applicaiton.
Selection Procedure:
Appropriate Administrator will contact you if interested, for an interview.