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The Menta Education Group

1:1 Individual Student Aide Paraprofessional

The Menta Education Group
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onsite Full-Time USD 17.97-27.06 per-hour-wage Bourbonnais, IL

First indexed 23 Oct 2026

Description

As a Paraprofessional with The Menta Education Group, you will be responsible for working with classroom instructors and staff to offer targeted teaching and support to students in the classroom, as well as general support for all students in the school.

Staff Hours: 7:30 am to 3 pm, Mon-Fri, following a 10-Month School Calendar.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor an assigned student individually, addressing academic, functional, behavioral, or safety concerns as noted in the IEP under the supervision of licensed professional staff.
  • Prepare and adapt materials for classroom use; maintain classrooms and materials in good order.
  • Inform clinical staff of social, emotional, or behavioral concerns of students.
  • Implement and maintain behavior program policies and data.
  • Coordinate and communicate with administration and other staff members to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
  • Fill in as needed and as requested throughout the program.
  • Be aware of other students in the program to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
  • Maintain confidentiality of students and student records.
  • Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as requested.
  • Report any unusual incidents or safety concerns to the administration.
  • Support and promote administrative policies and goals.

Qualifications

  • Paraprofessional Certification is preferred, but not required.
  • Ability to operate tactfully under stress.
  • Flexibility to change in routines.
  • At least 23 years of age.
  • Able to work with high-risk special needs students.
  • Good driving record and willing and able to drive student van is strongly preferred (NO CDL Needed).

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: USD 17.97-27.06 per hour.
  • Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.
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