Paraprofessional Information
Role of a Paraprofessional
- Paraprofessionals are also known as Teacher Assistants or Teacher Aides.
- Paraprofessionals work under the supervision of teachers or other licensed professionals who have responsibility for:
- Meeting students’ physical, academic & emotional needs as necessary
- Implementing strategies to meet learner needs
- Observing, assessing, and tracking student progress
- Assisting with the delivery of instructional services as assigned and developed by certified staff.
Job Details in D33
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Full time, Monday through Friday
- Eligible for health, dental, and vision benefits
- Requires 60 hours of college credit or successful passing of the Workkeys test
- Summer Employment Opportunities
- Follows the student attendance calendar - holidays and breaks off!
- Competitive Compensation
How to Obtain a Paraprofessional Licensure
Candidates with 60+ Hours of College Credit
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Set up or sign into your ELIS account using this link: https://www.isbe.net/elis
- Select “Apply for Credential” on your ELIS home screen & select “Paraprofessional License (Teacher’s Aide)”
- There will be a $100 fee for licensure
- Send college transcripts listing all coursework electronically to transcripts@dupageroe.org
Candidates without 60 Hours of College Credit
- Set up an ELIS account using this link: https://www.isbe.net/elis
- Send High School and/or College Transcripts electronically to transcripts@dupageroe.org
- Required to take the Workkeys test (Math & Workplace sub tests)
- Various test locations
- Scores available immediately
- Can retake in 24 hours you do not pass
- Fee: $25 per sub test or $50 for both subtests