Special Education Teaching Assistant - High School

Join Our Team: Empowering Students with Exceptional Education We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Education Teaching Assistant to join our team at Community Unit School District 200, serving students in Warrenville, IL, and Wheaton, IL. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fully remote capacity, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. As a Special Education Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with disabilities, enhancing their educational experience, and contributing to a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. About the Role: Job Title: Special Education Teaching Assistant - High School Company: Community Unit School District 200 School Year: 2022-2023 Hourly Rate: $14.29 (determined by CEA collective bargaining agreement) Hours: 6.5 hours/day, 178 workdays/year (full-time) Key Responsibilities: The Special Education Teaching Assistant will work closely with classroom teachers and building principals to assist students with disabilities in both instructional and non-instructional activities. The primary focus will be on enhancing the educational process and supporting students' diverse needs. Requirements and Qualifications: Licensure: The State of Illinois requires Special Education Teaching Assistants to have one of the following: Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) Current Illinois Substitute Teaching License Current Illinois Educator License with Stipulations Endorsed-Paraprofessional Educator If you do not already hold a Teaching/Substitute License, the requirements are: Associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution 60 semester hours of coursework from a regionally accredited institution High school diploma, or equivalent + 480 or higher on the ETS Parapro test High school diploma, or equivalent + 4 or higher on the ACT WorkKeys Applied Math and Workplace Documents Additional Job Qualifications: Ability to work effectively with children Ability to function within the school environment Effective interpersonal and communication skills Working knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, behavior management, and positive reinforcement Basic record-keeping methods and mechanical lifting/positioning devices Physical Ability: The employee will be required to: Sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl regularly Lift and move up to 100 lbs occasionally Push/pull items up to 100 lbs Work Environment: The work environment may involve potential exposure to: Communicable diseases and contact with blood and other body fluids Physical injury from aggressive behavior Take the Next Step: Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of our students? Apply now to join our team and become a vital part of our success story. Apply for this job