Paraprofessional - School Year '23-'24 FULL TIME

School Paraprofessional - '23 - '24 School Year, Full Time

Are you interested in helping children receive the education and care they deserve?

Tilly is looking for dedicated, compassionate professionals to provide in-school instruction, care, and supervision for both general education & special education students. Under the direction of a special education teacher, you will perform a variety of duties related to the instruction and care of special needs students in your assigned school. Working with students individually or in small groups, you will ensure that students meet their specific instructional and health-related goals in a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

Here at Tilly, we are building a better approach to pediatric behavioral healthcare. Be part of our mission to offer accessible, best-in-class care to children and families in need of your support.

Duties:

- Assist the teacher and school staff in implementing curriculum and lesson plans
- Provide support in behavior management and classroom management
- Provide care and supervision for toddlers and preschool-aged children
- Support literacy education through reading activities and language development exercises
- Collaborate with the lead teacher to create a safe and nurturing environment for children

Skills / Requirements:

- Valid Para certification/license (mandatory)
- Experience working with children, preferably in a daycare or educational setting
- Strong knowledge of behavior management techniques
- Familiarity with curriculum development for early childhood education
- Ability to effectively manage a classroom and maintain discipline
- Knowledge of toddler care and preschool teaching methods
- Proficiency in literacy education, including reading instruction and language development
- Understanding of childhood development milestones and appropriate activities
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Job Type: Full-time

Signing bonus: $500

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and skills. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

If you are passionate about working with children, have experience in early childhood education, and possess the necessary skills, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team of dedicated professionals!

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• Elementary school
• High school
• Kindergarten
• Middle school
• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Public school

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Paraprofessional: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• PARA license/certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Romeoville, IL (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Romeoville, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person