Paraprofessional-Special Education (3)

About the role

Lockport Township High School is seeking Paraprofessionals for the Special Education Department at their East Campus. Qualified candidates must hold a valid State of Illinois Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) for Paraprofessionals.

Responsibilities

• Experience working with students with disabilities in an academic environment preferred.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic and diverse environment.
• An effective communicator who positively interacts with staff members, parents, students, and the public.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and climb or balance.
• Must regularly lift 40 pounds and/or push/pull up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
• The employee needs to be able to tell where a sound is coming from and hear in a noisy environment.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must hold a valid State of Illinois Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) for Paraprofessionals.

Benefits

• IMRF Pension
• Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid sick leave, personal leave, and holidays

Schedule

District 205 is a Full-Time, 10 Months/260 Days position.

Pay

Starting at $21.07 and based on Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits

• IMRF Pension
• Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid sick leave, personal leave, and holidays

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Heather Bleck, Department Chair, Special Education at hbleck@lths.org.

Application Procedure

To apply, complete the LTHS online application and upload the following required documents:

• A letter of introduction
• A resume
• Copies of transcripts, if applicable
• Three (3) signed letters of reference

All materials must be present to be considered "complete."

Selection Procedure

Only completed applications will be considered for the position. Applicants will be contacted should they be selected for an interview.

About the District

Lockport Township High School is a diverse educational community of students, staff, and parents who work collaboratively to create a positive and safe environment where all students achieve success, develop personal responsibility, and become lifelong learners.