Top 19 Paraprofessional Jobs in Freeport Il

Head Start Teacher Assistant for the 26/27 School Year (Start date August 2026)
Northwestern IL Community Action Agency —Freeport, IL
- $16.50 - $17.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Current TB test
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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Paraprofessional for 2026-2027 School Year
Regional Office of Education #8 —Freeport, IL
- From $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Substitute Paraeducator
Freeport School District 145 —Freeport, IL
- Entry level
EC Paraprofessional - ECC *benefits eligible (7 hrs/day) anticipated 26/27 SY
Freeport School District 145 —Freeport, IL
- $16.93 an hour
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Cleaning
2026-2027 Paraprofessional Special Education K-2 Instructional Classroom
Winnebago County Special Education Cooperative —Pecatonica, IL
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Retirement plan
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Winnebago School District - Paraprofessionals
Winnebago High School —Winnebago, IL
- Email
- School experience
- Classroom
- Public school
LEAD & ASSISTANT TEACHERS (Full Time & Part Time Positions Available)
Green County YMCA —Monroe, WI
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
Elementary School Library Media Paraprofessional Aide
Brodhead School District —Brodhead, WI
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Childcare
- Research
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Specialized Paraeducator - 2 positions (176 days, 6.5 hours)
Freeport School District 145 —Freeport, IL
- $16.93 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
ESL Paraeducator 6.5 hour/day 176 days/year (2)
Freeport School District 145 —Freeport, IL
- $16.93 an hour
- Classroom
- English
- High school diploma or GED
Winnebago High School - Supported Study Hall Paraprofessional
Winnebago High School —Winnebago, IL
- Email
- High school
- Math
- Public school
Special Education Teacher 26-27SY STP Classroom
Freeport School District 145 —Freeport, IL
- $46,345 - $100,945 a year
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
Special Education Teacher/Science 2026-27
Freeport School District 145 —Freeport, IL
- $46,305 - $100,945 a year
- Classroom
- High school
- Teaching Certification
ASSISTANT CHILD CARE TEACHER
Green County YMCA —Monroe, WI
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
Elementary & Middle School Paraprofessionals
Brodhead School District —Brodhead, WI
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Childcare
- High school diploma or GED
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Winnebago School District - Substitute Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Cooks, Custodians, Bus/Van Drivers
Winnebago High School —Winnebago, IL
- Email
- Public school
- Middle school
- Entry level
Special Agent: Education/Teaching Expertise
Federal Bureau of Investigation —United States
- $103,236 - $133,200 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Education
- Bachelor's degree

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Head Start Teacher Assistant for the 26/27 School Year (Start date August 2026)

Northwestern IL Community Action Agency
Freeport, IL

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$16.50 - $17.00 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Computer operation
Spanish
Teamwork
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Lesson planning
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Job Title: Head Start Teacher Assistant

Agency: Northwestern Illinois Community Action Agency (NICAA) – Freeport, IL
Job Type: Full-Time (Part-Year) | Hourly | Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 37.5 hours/week
Location: On-site / In-person
Reports to: Education Manager/Lead Teacher

Make a Difference Every Day!

Are you passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and thrive? Join the NICAA Head Start team as a Teacher Assistant and help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for preschool-aged children. You’ll work alongside certified teachers to deliver high-quality early childhood education while supporting the developmental needs of children ages 3–5.

Key Responsibilities

Child Supervision & Classroom Support

Supervise and interact with children during indoor/outdoor activities, meals, and rest time.
Support daily routines including toileting, handwashing, diapering, and transitions.
Observe and engage with children to promote developmentally appropriate behaviors and skills.
Create a warm, welcoming classroom that supports children’s social-emotional development.

Instructional Support

Assist in implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans using the Creative Curriculum.
Adapt activities to support children with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) or special needs.
Work with small groups or one-on-one to support individual learning goals.
Help set up learning centers and maintain educational materials.
Participate in assessments, observations, and child documentation.

Classroom Environment & Safety

Maintain cleanliness and safety of the classroom and playground.
Conduct and document safety, health, and emergency preparedness checks.
Participate in fire/emergency drills and follow DCFS and Head Start guidelines.
Ensure compliance with all licensing and program standards.

Family & Program Engagement

Assist with parent communication and engagement activities, including home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
Encourage parent involvement in classroom events and learning experiences.
Support recruitment and enrollment efforts for Head Start families.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all communications.

Team Collaboration & Communication

Attend weekly team planning meetings and provide input on lesson plans and classroom strategies.
Collaborate with teaching teams and administrative personnel.
Report concerns regarding classroom operations or staff performance to the Education Manager.
Assist in other classrooms as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

Required: Preschool CDA within 2 years of hire
Required: High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Preferred: Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field with 20+ ECE credits

Experience & Skills:

Prior experience working with young children preferred
Ability to demonstrate nurturing teacher-child interactions
Comfortable working in a team environment
Strong communication and observation skills
Basic computer literacy for recordkeeping and reporting

Additional Requirements:

Must be at least 19 years old
Valid Illinois Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Proof of current physical exam, TB test, MMR, and Tdap vaccinations
Ability to lift 55 lbs. and physically interact with children at their level
Must pass DCFS and federal background checks
Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates encouraged to apply

Pay: $16.50 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

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paraprofessional jobs in freeport il

Head Start Teacher Assistant for the 26/27 School Year (Start date August 2026)

Paraprofessional for 2026-2027 School Year

Substitute Paraeducator

EC Paraprofessional - ECC *benefits eligible (7 hrs/day) anticipated 26/27 SY

2026-2027 Paraprofessional Special Education K-2 Instructional Classroom

Winnebago School District - Paraprofessionals

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Elementary School Library Media Paraprofessional Aide

Specialized Paraeducator - 2 positions (176 days, 6.5 hours)

ESL Paraeducator 6.5 hour/day 176 days/year (2)

Winnebago High School - Supported Study Hall Paraprofessional

Special Education Teacher 26-27SY STP Classroom

Special Education Teacher/Science 2026-27

ASSISTANT CHILD CARE TEACHER

Elementary & Middle School Paraprofessionals

Winnebago School District - Substitute Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Cooks, Custodians, Bus/Van Drivers

Special Agent: Education/Teaching Expertise

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