Paraprofessional
- Pay
- $22 – $25 per hour
- Location
- Lisle, IL
- Listed
- Today
Pay Range
$22-25/hourly
About the role
Up to $25/hour | Paraprofessional for 2026-2027 School Year | Lisle, IL Area
Ampersand Therapy is hiring paraprofessionals to join our school-based team for the 2026-2027 school year in the greater Lisle, IL area. As a therapist-founded company, Ampersand Therapy centers the experiences of school-based professionals. We offer strong mentorship, responsive support, and a workplace culture built on care, inclusion, and professional respect.
Position Details
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday
Location: SASED - openings in Lisle, Villa Park, Downer's Grove, and West Chicago school locations
Start Date: ASAP through the 26-27 School Year
Assignment Focus: Support students with autism and/or multiple disabilities in the classroom. Work closely with teachers and related service providers to foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group behavioral support to students with autism and/or other behavioral challenges
- Implement behavior strategies and accommodations designed by educators and behavior specialists
- Foster an inclusive, positive classroom environment
- Support students' social-emotional and academic development
- Communicate professionally with teachers, school teams, and families
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation
Qualifications
- Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License required
- Previous school experience strongly preferred
- Experience supporting students with behavioral or social-communication disabilities required
- Must pass a criminal background check
Physical Requirements
- Occasionally: Sit/stand, reach above shoulder level, stoop/bend, climb stairs, repetitive arm/hand motions
- Occasionally/Frequently: Lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, twist, squat/crouch
- Frequently/Continuously: Lift and/or carry up to 10 lbs.
- Continuously: Handle/grasp
Benefits
Benefits & Perks (for 0.8 FTE and higher):
- Paid sick leave
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional development and licensing reimbursements
- Paid volunteer time
- Mileage reimbursement
- W-2 employment
- Referral bonuses
- No non-compete clauses
Why Join Ampersand Therapy?
We're a women and therapist-founded company designed to support school-based professionals. Our team is small, responsive, and deeply committed to your success.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Ampersand Therapy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates of every race, gender identity, sexual orientation, background, and ability status.
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