Special Education Teaching Assistant - Elementary School
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About the Role
The Special Education Teaching Assistant at Bower Elementary School plays a vital role in supporting the educational journey of students with disabilities. Working under the guidance of the Classroom Teacher and Building Principal, this position is dedicated to enhancing the learning experience through both instructional and non-instructional support. The primary focus is to assist teachers in meeting the unique needs of their students, ensuring a balanced program that encourages observation, questioning, and investigation.
This role is integral to the daily life of the classroom, requiring close collaboration with students individually and in small groups. Assistants reinforce lessons, implement behavior modification plans, and support students during various activities including recess, lunch, and transportation. The position also involves maintaining positive relationships with students, staff, and parents while upholding strict confidentiality regarding student records and progress.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The work environment presents specific challenges inherent to special education settings. Employees may face potential exposure to communicable diseases, contact with blood and body fluids, and the risk of physical injury from aggressive behavior. The role is physically active, requiring the ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and run. Assistants must be capable of lifting or moving up to 100 lbs (such as lifting a child from the floor) and pushing or pulling items up to 80 lbs (such as children in wheelchairs). Additionally, duties may include assisting with hygiene and toileting activities, including transferring and lifting students, as well as sanitizing classrooms and equipment.
Application & Licensure Information
Candidates must hold one of the following current Illinois licenses or approvals: a Professional Educator License (PEL), a Substitute Teaching License, an Educator License with Stipulations Endorsed-Paraprofessional Educator, or a Short Term Approval (STA) for Paraprofessionals. Specific requirements for the STA include being at least 19 years old and providing proof of high school graduation.
For questions regarding obtaining licensure, please contact the DuPage Regional Office of Education, Licensure Division at 630-407-5800 or cert@dupageroe.org. Applications should be submitted with reference to the attached STA Para Info and Instructions document.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Key Responsibilities
- check_circleReinforce lesson information and instructions following classroom instruction
- check_circleWork with students individually or in small groups on academic and life skills
- check_circleImplement behavior modification plans and procedures for individual students
- check_circleObserve and record student progress and maintain accurate records
- check_circleSupport students with hygiene and toileting activities including transferring and lifting
- check_circleSanitize classroom and equipment using approved materials
- check_circleAssist teachers in delivering instructional activities for special education students
- check_circleAssist students during non-instructional activities including recess, lunch, and bus transport
Requirements
- verifiedCurrent Illinois Paraprofessional Approval, Educator License with Stipulations, Professional Educator License, or Substitute License
- verifiedAssociate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution OR 60 semester hours of coursework OR High school diploma with 480+ on ETS Parapro test OR High school diploma with 4+ on ACT WorkKeys Applied Math and Workplace Documents
- verifiedMinimum Age 19 years old
- verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent
- verifiedWorking knowledge of computers and basic programs
- verifiedWorking knowledge of child guidance principles and practices
- verifiedWorking knowledge of behavior management and positive reinforcement
- verifiedWorking knowledge of classroom procedures and appropriate conduct
- verifiedWorking knowledge of basic record keeping methods
Nice to Have
Completion of a 40-hour training program for the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through Relias Academy.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield HM0 80/20 cost sharecheck_circleDental Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield 80/20 cost sharecheck_circleVision Insurance: VSP 100% employee cost
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Computer, Child Guidance Principles, Behavior Management, Positive Reinforcement, Classroom Procedures, Record Keeping, Behavior Modification, Hygiene, Toileting, Transferring.
Education: Associate degree or higher required for Educator License with Stipulations; High school diploma or equivalent required for Short Term Approval (STA).
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Day-to-day, the Special Education Teaching Assistant - Elementary School at DuPage Regional Office of Education will reinforce lesson information and instructions following classroom instruction; work with students individually or in small groups on academic and life skills; implement behavior modification plans and procedures for individual students; and observe and record student progress and maintain accurate records.
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To qualify for the Special Education Teaching Assistant - Elementary School at DuPage Regional Office of Education position, applicants should have: Current Illinois Paraprofessional Approval, Educator License with Stipulations, Professional Educator License, or Substitute License; Associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution OR 60 semester hours of coursework OR High school diploma with 480+ on ETS Parapro test OR High school diploma with 4+ on ACT WorkKeys Applied Math and Workplace Documents; Minimum Age 19 years old; High school diploma or equivalent; Working knowledge of computers and basic programs; and Working knowledge of child guidance principles and practices.
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DuPage Regional Office of Education has listed this Special Education Teaching Assistant - Elementary School role as on-site.
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Key skills for Special Education Teaching Assistant - Elementary School at DuPage Regional Office of Education include Computer; Child Guidance Principles; Behavior Management; Positive Reinforcement; Classroom Procedures; Record Keeping; Behavior Modification; and Hygiene.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate degree or higher required for Educator License with Stipulations; and High school diploma or equivalent required for Short Term Approval (STA).
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