Job Description

Would you like to make a difference and be appreciated for what you do?

Join our school team in making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities!

We value our employees and always strive to maintain an engaging work environment. Join us today, so YOU can experience working at Marklund like Jennifer has!

Here is Jennifer's story:

"I am most proud of seeing how the world has put limitations on our students and we prove them wrong by showing the amazing work our students can do and are capable of. The ability to make a huge difference in someone's life will forever hold a special place in my heart."- Jennifer A.

We are seeking exceptional Teacher's Assistants, TA, Paraprofessionals for our year-round day schoollocated in Geneva, IL. Hours are 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM, Monday-Friday.

Our hourly rate for Life Skills is $20.00 with no experience, $21.00 with 2 years of Paraprofessional experience and up to $22.50 with 5 years or more of Paraprofessional experience.

With a Bachelor's Degree our hourly rate for Life Skills is $21.00 with no experience, $22.00 with 2 years of Paraprofessional experience and up to $23.50 with 5 years or more of Paraprofessional experience.

About our school:

Marklund Day School is a non-public state-certified school that partners with area school districts to provide a highly specialized education experience. The therapeutic, sensory-driven Multi-Needs Program serves individuals ages 3 through 21 with medical, developmental, and physical disabilities. Through the Life Skills Program, teachers and paraprofessionals provide individualized functional curriculum and supports for students who are diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum, specific learning disabilities, and developmental disabilities.

Summary of Duties:

• Assist teachers with classwork and the daily care of students with special needs.
• Provide direct care, attend In-services and other educational functions as required.
• Keeps equipment in classroom in clean condition and provides safe physical environments for all students.
• Documents all goals/program which includes the daily participation records after completion of a task with a student.
• Works directly with the students one-on-one and in groups outlined in the IEP's.
• Must successfully pass PCM (behavior management) training.

As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment.

Apply Today!

Keyword: Paraprofessional, Teacher Aide, Teacher’s Aide, Teacher’s Assistant, Teacher Assistant, Teaching Assistant
Required Experience:

Qualifications:

• Illinois Paraprofessional Educator license is required. It can be obtained after being hired within 30 days, and we will offer a $500 bonus for getting it. To obtain license candidates must have at least a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and to meet its functional and environmental requirements

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From: Marklund

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Monday to Friday

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