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Job Description
Job Title: Paraprofessional
Location: Elgin, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Description: We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Paraprofessional to join our team at Sunbelt in Elgin, IL. As a Paraprofessional, you will provide essential support to students and teachers in various educational settings, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment. This is a full-time position.
Responsibilities:
- Assist classroom teachers in implementing instructional activities and lesson plans.
- Provide one-on-one support to students with special needs, ensuring their safety, engagement, and participation in classroom activities.
- Support students with completing assignments, managing behavior, and developing independent skills.
- Collaborate with teachers and other school staff to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
- Assist in the implementation of behavior management strategies and interventions.
- Support students during transitions, lunchtime, and recess, ensuring their social integration and well-being.
- Provide assistance with personal care tasks, as needed, including toileting, feeding, and mobility.
- Maintain a safe and clean classroom environment, organizing materials and resources.
- Monitor and record student progress and behavior, under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
- Foster positive relationships with students, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree or relevant coursework preferred).
- Prior experience working as a paraprofessional or in a similar role, preferably in an educational setting.
- Knowledge of instructional techniques and strategies to support student learning.
- Familiarity with special education laws, regulations, and IEP implementation.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to connect with and motivate students.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in various classrooms and with students of different ages and abilities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
- Must pass a background check.
Application Process: If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications to [email protected]. Please include "Paraprofessional - Elgin, IL" in the subject line of your email. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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