Paraeducator at Orchard Place Elementary School
About the role
The Special Education Paraeducator provides direct support to students with disabilities in various educational settings, ensuring they have the necessary assistance to succeed academically, socially, and behaviorally. Working under the supervision of a certified special education teacher, the paraprofessional assists with classroom instruction, behavioral management, and individualized student needs. This is a full time, 10 month, 180 day school year position, and will work with students in various educational settings. The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners. District 62 serves approximately 4,800 students in grades preK‑8 across 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year‑round K‑8 school.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct support to students with disabilities in various educational settings
- Ensures students have the necessary assistance to succeed academically, socially, and behaviorally
- Works under the supervision of a certified special education teacher
- Assists with classroom instruction
- Assists with behavioral management
- Assists with individualized student needs
- Works with students in various educational settings
Requirements
- Must hold or be eligible for a Paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education
Benefits
- Fully paid individual health benefits
- Additional benefits information available at https://ccsd62.benefithub.com/app/home
Pay
- Starting salary $19.10 per hour
- Employees with three years of paraeducator experience or a bachelor’s degree receive a starting salary of $20.10 per hour
- Position is part of the Des Plaines Educational Support Personnel Association; salaries are governed by the collective bargaining agreement
- Salary details available at https://tinyurl.com/D62DPESPA
Schedule
Full‑time, 10‑month, 180‑day school year position