Reports To: Director of Student Services and MTSS Location: Middlefork School
Summary: Under the guidance of the building Principal and the Director of Student Services District 29 is seeking a dynamic and flexible individual to work collaboratively in the role of 1:1 Health Services Instructional Aide for the 26-27 school year. Middlefork School serves students Kindergarten through 3rd grade.
General Responsibilities:
● Under the supervision of the certified teacher, work with individual or small groups of students to reinforce academic, social-emotional, and functional skills initially introduced by the teacher and/or related services professionals.
● Provide instructional support as directed by the certified teacher, including modifying instructional materials, distributing and collecting materials, checking assignments, supervising testing, and guiding intervention programs assigned by the teacher.
● Assist with the supervision of student(s), including during arrival and departure of students, in-school transitions, emergency drills, assemblies, lunchtime/recess, etc.
● Support established classroom and behavior management procedures in a preventative and proactive manner.
● Assist in the implementation of the IEP as directed.
● Support use of Assistive Technology and facilitation of communication.
● Regularly meet with certified teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
● Participate in school/district meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
● Support development of toilet training, under the direction of certified staff.
● Participate in professional development in the area of Autism.
● Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Competencies:
● Must hold a valid Illinois Educator License with Stipulations Endorsed as a Paraprofessional Educator, a valid Illinois Educator License, or a Substitute License.
● Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all staff, students and the public.
● Ability to operate and effectively utilize technology equipment related to the position.
● Demonstrate proficient use of the English language in written and oral forms.
● Assists in establishing and maintaining a clean, safe, and pleasant learning environment.
● Establish a positive and supportive relationship with the student(s) which encourages independent functioning rather than dependency.
Pay: $35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
