Instructional Paraprofessional (Elementary School) 2025-26 SY chez Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401

Position Title: Instructional Paraprofessional (Elementary School)
Terms of Employment: 10 Month Position
Immeidate Supervisor: Building Principal and Director of Student Services
Salary: Per PSRP Contract -$20.50/hourly 

Board Contribution Benefits: (Per PSRP 2025 - 2029 Contract)

• Sick and Personal Leave 
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) - Board Contribution is 8.4% 
• Medical, Vision and Dental 
  • Single - Board Contribution is 80%
  • Single + 1 - Board Contribution is 60%
  • Family - Board Contribution is 50%
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance - Board Contribution is 100%
• LTD Insurance - Board Contribution is 100%

Employee Only Contribution Benefits:

• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 
• 403(b) and 457(b)

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Paraprofessional license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists and guides students to content-area and functional skills
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Supports students' transitions within the classroom and building.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on-task.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising lunch, within and outside of the school building.
• Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize success and achievement of IEP goals and objectives.
• Assist students with activities of daily living, including toileting, eating, etc. for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• Substitute as needed when assigned student or group is absent.
• Tutor and assist students individually or in small groups to reinforce learning concepts presented by staff members.
• Enforce administrative policies and rules governing students, including those found within the handbook.
• Collaborate and prepare with classroom teachers and other staff in order to coordinate instructional plans for students.
• Re-teach subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers using multiple methods.
• Use of computers, other technology, and other equipment and materials necessary for student and teacher support.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development as needed/requested.
• Assist students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as the restroom.
• Implement therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification and sensory breaks under the supervision of special education personnel. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Note:   The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
 
Equipment:
Use standard office equipment, such as computers and copiers.
 
Travel Requirements:
Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.