Band Assistant Paraprofessional

Position Type:Support Staff/Teacher AssistantDate Posted:2/2/2026Location:Multiple Locations(High-Needs School)Date Available:08/06/2026District:South Holland School District 151Job Title: Band Assistant ParaprofessionalJob Summary:Under the general supervision of the Band Director the paraprofessional will assist teacher with classroom lessons, activities, organization, and student supervision.Duties/Responsibilities:Assists teacher in developing lesson plans.Assists students in completing instructional assignments.Under teacher's guidance, lead small groups or individual instruction and discussionsOrganizes the classroom and teaching materials, monitoring classroom during lessons in an effort to minimize distractions and disruptions.Supervises students in and out of the classroom (i.e., lunchroom, recess.)Education, Experience and Certification: High School Diploma; Associates degree preferred.Successful completion of Work Keys Test.Valid Paraprofessional Licensure from the Illinois State Board of Education.Previous paraprofessional experience with elementary school-aged children preferred.Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom.Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach.Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.Must be able to traverse classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child.Terms of Employment: At-will employment.180 day/10 month position.Annual evaluation conducted by building Principal and/or Assistant PrincipalSalary and increase set by Superintendent.Working Conditions: In person and on site in a school/classroom environment.Close contact with school age children.After school and evening activities in support of the Band program required.