Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
7/31/2026
Location:
Oakbrook Elementary (K-2 Grade Center)
Date Available:
TBD
Self-Contained Paraprofessional
Job Summary:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.57hour - Based on experience
Benefits available after 90 day probationary period
Support Staff/Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
7/31/2026
Location:
Oakbrook Elementary (K-2 Grade Center)
Date Available:
TBD
Self-Contained Paraprofessional
Job Summary:
- Implement modified classroom activities within the self-contained instructional program as directed by the teacher.
- Work 1-on-1 or in small groups with students to target specific IEP goals.
- Execute behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to support emotional regulation; utilize positive behavior redirection and safe de-escalation strategies for tantrums, sensory overload, or aggressive behaviors.
- Assist with fine/gross motor activities and occupational/physical therapy exercises incorporated into the school day.
- Support students using assistive technology or Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) devices, picture boards (PECS), or basic sign language to help them express their needs.
- Guide students through frequent classroom transitions, sensory breaks, and daily schedule (e.g., loading/unloading buses, navigating hallways safely).
- Assist the teacher in observing, tracking, and recording daily progress data regarding student IEP goals, behavioral incidents, and personal care routines.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and heavily sanitized environment, ensuring toys, adaptive equipment, and changing areas are regularly disinfected.
- Experience working with special education students, preferred
- Paraprofessional certificate
- Bilingual Spanish preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.57hour - Based on experience
Benefits available after 90 day probationary period