Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Assistant
Date Posted:
7/27/2026
Location:
Riverwood Elementary School, Grades K-5
Date Available:
08/18/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
District:
McHenry School District 15
MCHENRY COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 15
VACANCY NOTICE
JOB TITLE/ASSIGNMENT
JOB TITLE: Anticipated Paraprofessional
SCHOOL: Riverwood Elementary School
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
CERTIFICATION Current and Valid Paraprofessional License
REQUIREMENTS:
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 175 Day – Full Time
START DATE: 08/18/2026
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED SKILLS
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Current and Valid Paraprofessional License; 60 college credit hour or Work Keys Test/other ISBE requirement for obtaining Paraprofessional License.
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Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Ability to promote a safe environment including physical intervention as needed according to protocol.
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Candidates with CPI training preferred or willing to train.
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Ability to work as a cooperating member of a team and effectively communicate with students, teachers, parents and administration; Positive attitude and dependability a must.
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Willingness or experience working with young children with special needs.
PAY AND BENEFITS
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$17.50/hour starting plus benefits. The District can provide additional credit to candidates who have prior work experience.
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Full health insurance program with major medical.
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Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension).
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Paid time off.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Apply online: www.d15.org
Attach: cover letter, resume, transcripts, certificates, and four reference letters.
Brian Kilinski, PhD
Executive Director of Human Resources
and Operational Support
Title IX Coordinator
Contact info:
[email protected]
McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15
420 N. Front Street
McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: 779-244-1000
Posted: 07/27/2026
