Position Type:
Substitute/Substitute Teacher Aide
Date Posted:
6/9/2026
Location:
Various
Date Available:
26-27 SY
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Title Substitute Classroom Aide
Licensure .. Educator License with Stipulations for Paraprofessionals, Substitute License, Short Term Approval for Paraprofessionals
Reports to ..... Building Principal or Program Administrator
Salary Classification... $125 - $135 per day
Reviewed/Revised. ...06/2026
PURPOSE:
A Substitute Aide acts as the "boots on the ground" for student-specific support. Their primary role is to provided 1-on-1 or small group assistance, helping students navigate academic tasks tailored to their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of the education program under the supervision of, and as directed by the assigned licensed staff member.
• Assist in the direct supervision of students under the supervision of, and as directed by the assigned licensed staff member as necessary and directed.
• Assist in the implementation of behavior management systems as established by the program and assigned licensed staff member.
• Assist in crisis prevention and intervention services in a manner consistent with program policy under the supervision of designated licensed staff.
• Assists in toileting and feeding of students under the supervision of, and as directed by designated supervisor
• Communicates effectively with students in the students' preferred mode of communication as established by the program.
• Participate in general staff meetings, training programs and in-service sessions as required.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students and staff.
• Provide ongoing care for classroom equipment and materials.
• Demonstrate cooperation, openness for growth and willingness to contribute to a team approach to the educational program.
• Responsible for any data collection and facilitating accommodations as required by the classroom teacher.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Act as a positive role model for students.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding work with special needs students.
• Supplement the work of the assigned licensed staff member including, but not limited to, all required paperwork, organization of classroom, and supervision of students.
• Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and governing board goals and objectives, and The School Code of Illinois.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
• To perform the physically demanding job functions, strength and/or endurance for lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling are constantly required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical capabilities of climbing and balancing are seldom required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical body movement of stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling is constantly required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the upper extremity physical capabilities reaching, handling, and/or fine motor dexterity are constantly required.
• Exposure to temperature extremes is seldom or not present.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g. mechanical, cuts, burns, infectious disease, high decibel noise, etc.) is seldom or not present.
• Frequency of exposure to injury to self and/or others is occasionally present.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Meet the state requirements for Educator License with Stipulations endorsed for Paraprofessionals.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English to understand directions and communicate with students and staff.
• Experience working with special needs students or childcare experience preferred.
• Ability to physically move about the building.
• Ability to lift and position students (30-80 pounds) if assigned to a classroom with such requirements.
• Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to participate in NSSEO approved behavior management procedures, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training (NVCI) and to apply training in crisis situations including student restraints as needed.
Substitute/Substitute Teacher Aide
Date Posted:
6/9/2026
Location:
Various
Date Available:
26-27 SY
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Title Substitute Classroom Aide
Licensure .. Educator License with Stipulations for Paraprofessionals, Substitute License, Short Term Approval for Paraprofessionals
Reports to ..... Building Principal or Program Administrator
Salary Classification... $125 - $135 per day
Reviewed/Revised. ...06/2026
PURPOSE:
A Substitute Aide acts as the "boots on the ground" for student-specific support. Their primary role is to provided 1-on-1 or small group assistance, helping students navigate academic tasks tailored to their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of the education program under the supervision of, and as directed by the assigned licensed staff member.
• Assist in the direct supervision of students under the supervision of, and as directed by the assigned licensed staff member as necessary and directed.
• Assist in the implementation of behavior management systems as established by the program and assigned licensed staff member.
• Assist in crisis prevention and intervention services in a manner consistent with program policy under the supervision of designated licensed staff.
• Assists in toileting and feeding of students under the supervision of, and as directed by designated supervisor
• Communicates effectively with students in the students' preferred mode of communication as established by the program.
• Participate in general staff meetings, training programs and in-service sessions as required.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students and staff.
• Provide ongoing care for classroom equipment and materials.
• Demonstrate cooperation, openness for growth and willingness to contribute to a team approach to the educational program.
• Responsible for any data collection and facilitating accommodations as required by the classroom teacher.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Act as a positive role model for students.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding work with special needs students.
• Supplement the work of the assigned licensed staff member including, but not limited to, all required paperwork, organization of classroom, and supervision of students.
• Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and governing board goals and objectives, and The School Code of Illinois.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
• To perform the physically demanding job functions, strength and/or endurance for lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling are constantly required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical capabilities of climbing and balancing are seldom required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical body movement of stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling is constantly required.
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the upper extremity physical capabilities reaching, handling, and/or fine motor dexterity are constantly required.
• Exposure to temperature extremes is seldom or not present.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g. mechanical, cuts, burns, infectious disease, high decibel noise, etc.) is seldom or not present.
• Frequency of exposure to injury to self and/or others is occasionally present.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Meet the state requirements for Educator License with Stipulations endorsed for Paraprofessionals.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English to understand directions and communicate with students and staff.
• Experience working with special needs students or childcare experience preferred.
• Ability to physically move about the building.
• Ability to lift and position students (30-80 pounds) if assigned to a classroom with such requirements.
• Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to participate in NSSEO approved behavior management procedures, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training (NVCI) and to apply training in crisis situations including student restraints as needed.