Paraprofessional, RTI

Position Objective

Minimum Qualifications

• An Illinois Paraprofessional License or Substitute License is required as specified by ISBE.
• Experience working successfully in a diverse, multicultural environment is required.

Required Skills

• Use standard office equipment and relevant software applications, prepare accurate records, and gather and collate data.
• Understand written and oral instructions, write routine documents, communicate clearly, and use business telephone etiquette.
• Understand child development and learning styles and apply methods of instruction and training.
• Solve data-related and equipment problems, set priorities, manage time, schedule activities, and work effectively with interruptions.
• Work flexibly with diverse individuals, collaborate on a team, maintain confidentiality, and follow applicable policies and regulations.

Instructional Support and Student Services

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials with the pupil service team to support classroom objectives and 504 accommodations.
• Assist students individually or in small groups with intervention strategies and provide instruction that reinforces academic objectives.
• Plan executive functioning lessons, direct students in APEX online courses, verify completion, and provide limited supervision.

Student Monitoring and Data

• Maintain student caseload academic progress, prepare weekly grade and attendance goals, and provide data for intervention recommendations.
• Maintain attendance records, administer tests and make-up tests, and report student observations and incidents to appropriate personnel.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with instructional staff, support personnel, and parents to evaluate student needs and RTI intervention progress.
• Communicate with parents and teachers about non-attendance, progress, and needed follow-up services.
• Support the pupil service team and school personnel in implementing curriculum and RTI strategies.

Professional Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and in-service presentations and maintain manual and electronic files for reference and mandated requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support efficient operation of the work unit.

Terms of Employment

• The position follows a 187-day calendar.

Working Conditions and Compensation