Township High School District 211
Teacher Assistant- Multilingual (ESL) Department
Township High School District 211, Hoffman Estates, Illinois, us, 60179
Overview
Position Overview: Teacher Assistants play a vital role in the educational team, supporting teachers and students to ensure a positive, productive learning environment. This position involves working alongside professional colleagues to enhance classroom instruction and provide individualized or small-group support for students, including English language learners and those with special needs. Responsibilities
Assist in individual, small-group, or large-group instruction under teacher supervision. If assigned to work with students with special needs, implement accommodations and supports specified in students’ IEPs. Facilitate classroom routines and provide additional support to facilitate instruction and learning, including organizing materials. Communicate effectively with teachers, students, and staff to support learning objectives. Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students. Qualifications
Possess or have the ability to acquire appropriate licensure in Illinois to serve as a paraprofessional Paraprofessionals meet qualifications by possessing either of the following:
A Short-term Approval as a Paraprofessional (Reference this ISBE document for information) A Paraprofessional Educator Endorsement (Reference this ISBE document for information) A Substitute teacher license (Reference this ISBE document for information) A Professional Educator License
Prior experience in an educational or child care setting is beneficial Ability to work collaboratively and follow teacher instructions. Strong communication and organizational skills. Commitment to maintaining professionalism, punctuality, and confidentiality. Willingness to complete required licensure and training, including Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). Ability to meet physical requirements, such as assisting with mobility needs when necessary. Ability to speak Spanish, Ukrainian, or Russian preferred Compensation and Benefits
Competitive hourly wage based on a starting rate on the Teacher Assistant Salary Schedule at Step 0 with no experience as a teacher or paraprofessional, or Step 1 with one or more years of experience as a teacher or paraprofessional Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. Contact
Margaurete Nedovic, Department Chair MNedovic@d211.org
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Position Overview: Teacher Assistants play a vital role in the educational team, supporting teachers and students to ensure a positive, productive learning environment. This position involves working alongside professional colleagues to enhance classroom instruction and provide individualized or small-group support for students, including English language learners and those with special needs. Responsibilities
Assist in individual, small-group, or large-group instruction under teacher supervision. If assigned to work with students with special needs, implement accommodations and supports specified in students’ IEPs. Facilitate classroom routines and provide additional support to facilitate instruction and learning, including organizing materials. Communicate effectively with teachers, students, and staff to support learning objectives. Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students. Qualifications
Possess or have the ability to acquire appropriate licensure in Illinois to serve as a paraprofessional Paraprofessionals meet qualifications by possessing either of the following:
A Short-term Approval as a Paraprofessional (Reference this ISBE document for information) A Paraprofessional Educator Endorsement (Reference this ISBE document for information) A Substitute teacher license (Reference this ISBE document for information) A Professional Educator License
Prior experience in an educational or child care setting is beneficial Ability to work collaboratively and follow teacher instructions. Strong communication and organizational skills. Commitment to maintaining professionalism, punctuality, and confidentiality. Willingness to complete required licensure and training, including Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). Ability to meet physical requirements, such as assisting with mobility needs when necessary. Ability to speak Spanish, Ukrainian, or Russian preferred Compensation and Benefits
Competitive hourly wage based on a starting rate on the Teacher Assistant Salary Schedule at Step 0 with no experience as a teacher or paraprofessional, or Step 1 with one or more years of experience as a teacher or paraprofessional Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. Contact
Margaurete Nedovic, Department Chair MNedovic@d211.org
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