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Special Education Resource Aide

Morton Community Unit School District 709

Morton, IL

  • $17.75–$18.25 per hour
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About the role

TITLE:Special Education Resource Aide

QUALIFICATIONS:

-Paraprofessional License issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.

-Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment physical, fingerprint-based background check, and Employment History Review. 

REPORTS TO:Building Principal, District Administration

JOB GOAL:

To support the lead teacher in maximizing student achievement and individualized growth by providing targeted academic reinforcement. 

HOURLY RATE: $17.75-18.25
BENEFITS: SEE ATTACHMENT

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Delivers reading, writing, and math reinforcement to individual students or small groups using the intervention strategies and materials under the direction of the teacher.
  • Monitors and supports implementing the IEP by providing accommodations as directed by the teacher.
  • Supports the development and implementation of accommodations and modifications based on individual student needs.
  • Facilitates activities that help students practice the specific skills targeted in their individualized education plans (IEP).
  • Records accurate data on student performance and behavior during intervention sessions to assist the teacher with progress monitoring.
  • Provides immediate feedback to the lead teacher regarding student progress or specific challenges observed during small-group sessions.
  • Monitors and supports student behavioral progress according to established plans, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
  • Demonstrates awareness of student safety and maintains accurate knowledge of student whereabouts.
  • Maintains a high level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical conduct.
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned by the building principal or district office administrator.

 

Note: The responsibilities may include other duties as assigned, as the responsibilities listed above represent a majority of the tasks, though not an exhaustive list.

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Part-time, up to 30 hours per week on school days when children are in attendance. Institute days as requested by the administration.

 

EVALUATION:

One written evaluation per year and every other year after three consecutive years of employment. Evaluations completed by the principal.