Teacher Assistant

About the Employer

Hours and Schedule

• Hours per day: 7 (includes 30 minutes of unpaid lunch)
• Days per year: 191, including 1 day of CPI training

Requirements and Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old for Pre-K through 5th grade or 20 years old or over for 6th grade through 12th grade
• Must be well-mannered, well-groomed, punctual, dependable, and enjoy being with children
• Must meet the basic requirements listed below:

Basic Requirements

• Educator licensure with stipulation (or valid Illinois teaching licensure) or 90-day sub licensure
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to perform all job-related functions
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or written directions
• Ability to communicate and maintain good working relationships with other employees and general staff of the assigned school

Additional Requirements

• Must pass pre-placement agility/fit for duty exam with MOHA
• Must take CPI course and refresher courses
• Must provide proof of 60 college hours from an accredited college or pass either the ETS Parapro Assessment Test or ACT WorkKeys Assessment Test at Lincoln Land Community College (scheduling can be done by appointment)

Physical Demands

Must pass pre-placement agility/fit for duty exam with MOHA.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with students in the classroom
• Assist teacher with supervision of students in the lunchroom, on the playground, and when proceeding to and from buses
• Use copying machine with teacher supervision to make materials for the classroom
• Assist with feeding/toileting of students requiring total care
• Assist with lifting and positioning of non-ambulatory students
• Assist student with self-help skills
• Perform other duties as assigned