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Beanstalk Academy

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Beanstalk Academy , a leading full-service child care and early education provider, is seeking a Paraprofessional to join our team at our The Bronx, NY location. About the Role As a Paraprofessional ...

Phelps County R-III

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Full-Time Special Education Paraprofessional Phelps County R-III School District is seeking a ... full potential. Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to build ...

CCRES, Educational & Behavioral Health Services

$24/hr

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Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Paraprofessional through our partnership with ... Full school day is approximately 8:15am - 3:45pm * Downey Elementary School (Harrisburg School ...

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Paraprofessional

The McHenry County ROE Application Consortium

Woodstock, IL

$17.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

MCHENRY COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 15
VACANCY NOTICE
 


JOB TITLE/ASSIGNMENT

 
JOB TITLE:                                      Paraprofessional
SCHOOL:                                         Edgebrook Elementary School
REPORTS TO:                                 Building Principal
CERTIFICATION                              Current and Valid Paraprofessional License
REQUIREMENTS:                                     
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:           175 Day Full Time
START DATE:                                  2026-2027 School Year














 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED SKILLS

  1. Current and Valid Paraprofessional License; 60 college credit hour or Work Keys Test/other ISBE requirement for obtaining Paraprofessional License.
  2. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

  1. Ability to promote a safe environment including physical intervention as needed according to protocol.
  2. Candidates with CPI training preferred or willing to train.
  3. Ability to work as a cooperating member of a team and effectively communicate with students, teachers, parents and administration; Positive attitude and dependability a must.
  4. Willingness or experience working with young children with special needs.

PAY AND BENEFITS

  1. $17.50/hour starting plus benefits. The District can provide additional credit to candidates who have prior work experience.
  2. Full health insurance program with major medical.
  3. Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension).
  4. Paid time off.

APPLICATION PROCESS

 
Apply online: www.d15.org
Attach: cover letter, resume, transcripts, certificates, and four reference letters.
Brian Kilinski, PhD
Executive Director of Human Resources
and Operational Support
Title IX Coordinator
Contact info:bkilinski@d15.org
McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15
420 N. Front Street
McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: 779-244-1000
Posted: 05/07/2025
 
















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