What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Instructional Aide 2026-2027 position at Lincolnshire–Prairie View School District 103?
- Assist in the preparation and delivery of the educational program for students with moderate to severe disabilities under the direct supervision of the special education teacher, general education teacher and related service personnel.
- Support students within the special education setting and the general education setting.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding work with students.
- Demonstrate an ability to lift and position students (30-90 pounds or greater) with proper equipment and training.
- Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with established procedures of the classroom.
- Assist in the implementation of behavior management and sensory systems as established by the program and teacher.
- Participate in team meetings.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, and serve as a role model for all students in the building.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff in the building.
- Provide ongoing care for classroom equipment and materials.
- Demonstrate cooperation to a team approach in working with a variety of staff members including other associates, related service staff and teachers.
- Collect data and facilitate accommodations and modifications as directed by the teacher.
JobID: 1789
Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Assistant
Support Staff/Special Education Assistant
Date Posted:
4/1/2026
4/1/2026
Location:
Laura Sprague School
Laura Sprague School
Date Available:
08/18/2026
08/18/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Until Filled
Description:
Full-time Laura Sprague special education teacher associate position working with students with moderate to severe impairments. Hours are 7:55 AM - 3:00 PM pm on student attendance days.
Duties to Include:
Referral and Signing Compensation:
Current employees that refer an individual for open associate, custodial or bus driver positions who is then hired by the district and the new employee remains employed for 60 days will receive a $250 “referral bonus”. The new employees in these categories will receive a $500 signing bonus if they remain employed for more than 60 days Work Schedule (on student attendance days)
Qualifications:
Illinois Professional Educator License with a Paraprofessional Endorsement required. OR
Illinois Substitute Teaching Licence required
Professional Educator License preferred.
Salary:
Current employees that refer an individual for open associate, custodial or bus driver positions who is then hired by the district and the new employee remains employed for 60 days will receive a $250 “referral bonus”. The new employees in these categories will receive a $500 signing bonus if they remain employed for more than 60 days Work Schedule (on student attendance days)
Qualifications:
Illinois Professional Educator License with a Paraprofessional Endorsement required. OR
Illinois Substitute Teaching Licence required
Professional Educator License preferred.
Salary:
$17.96 - $18.46/hour
Benefits Include:
Medical (employer covers 94 - 100% depending on choice)Benefits Include:
Vision
Basic Term Life Insurance
Sick and Personal Days
Selection Procedure:
Administrators will review submitted applications on a regular basis and contact potential candidates for interviews.
Salary : $18 - $18