Paraprofessional for the Plano Area Special Education Cooperative (PASEC)

Qualifications

Must meet all requirements in accordance with the PERA and the implementation of PA 097-0067 Paraprofessional approval from Illinois State Board of Education.

Compensation

Range between $16.25-$18.75 depending on background and experience.

Essential Functions

• Assume responsibility for continued professional growth to fully support educational programming.
• Support and act in accordance with all PASEC Governing Board goals, objectives and policies, The School Code of Illinois, and other federal and state laws.
• Assume appropriate roles as adult model and educator.
• Demonstrate knowledge of students' needs, including but not limited to: educational, medical, physical, sensory, speech/language, social/emotional, recreational, vocational, etc., as established by a multidisciplinary team and implement as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all matters pertaining to students and personnel.
• Demonstrate effective organizational skills, time management, and flexibility in order to meet staff and students' needs.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the program coordinator, and/or classroom teacher.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with maintaining inclusive, learner-centered environments.
• Provides academic support to students as directed by the educational team.
• Assist student with life-skills based curriculum in school or community.
• Help students implement and self-manage organization skills.
• Facilitate inclusion of students into general education settings.
• Assist and monitor students in using assistive technology devices.

Professional Responsibilities

• Establish a positive rapport with staff, students, and families.
• Consult or meet with teachers or other professionals utilizing appropriate channels by engaging in positive solution finding steps to resolve areas of concern and request direction, instruction, or guidance for new or unfamiliar tasks.
• Provide and communicate information in a timely manner about students or equipment.
• Refers questions from families to appropriate channels.
• Model appropriate hygiene, appearance, interaction, and actions.
• Provide accurate information about students to team members, discussion confidential school issues only with appropriate personnel.
• Be flexible, willing to listen, experiment, and make changes when needed.