2026-2027 Part-time Instructional Paraprofessional (Kindergarten through Grade 2)

Part‑time Instructional Paraprofessional (Kindergarten through Grade 2) – JobID: 5042

• Position type: School Service Staff / Instructional Assistant
• Date posted: 4/22/2026
• Location: St. Joseph Catholic School, Downers Grove, IL

Position purpose

The Instructional Paraprofessional is considered a ministerial employee by their role in a Catholic School and agrees to support the Catholic Church’s value system through everyday conduct. Catholic school employees endorse the official religious teachings of the Catholic Church in both personal and professional settings.

Essential duties & responsibilities

• Assist in instruction and classroom management as directed by the principal.
• Initiate instruction, provide grades, and manage classroom activities in accordance with school policies.
• Coordinate lesson planning, material preparation, and assessment with the supervising teacher.
• Enforce the Code of Ethics and Professional Teaching Standards.
• Implement the educational philosophy of the local school.
• Support individual student learning, adjust instructional level, and provide guidance throughout the day.
• Attend faculty meetings, in‑service training, and teacher institutes as required.
• Collaborate with staff to supervise students and maintain discipline on campus.
• Report to students, parents, and the principal regarding student progress and conduct.
• Preserve secure communication with parents, securing principal approval for important matters.
• Participate in community outreach and support parental involvement in students’ education.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the principal.

Education and experience

• Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL), Illinois Substitute License, or ELS(PARA) preferred; not required.
• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 60 credit hours from an accredited institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education preferred but not required.

Hourly range

$15.00 - $23.00 (final rate determined locally based on experience, education, and licensure).

Benefits

• Paid personal leave days and paid holidays (benefits ineligible).

Physical abilities

Employees may be required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, use hands, reach, ascend/descend stairs, and lift up to 20–30 pounds. Work may include outdoor student activities.

ADA accommodation

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Diocese of Joliet will accommodate essential job functions whenever feasible.