Long-Term Substitute SPED Teaching Assistant - K-2 JobID: 5317 Position Type: Substitute Teacher/Substitute Teaching Assistant Date Posted: 4/15/2025 Location: Murphy Elementary School, Round Lake Park, IL Date Available: April 15, 2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide JOB SUMMARY: This position assists certified staff with direct instructional support and the general supervision and management of a Special Education ELS class. REQUIREMENTS: Required: Valid SUB License registered in Lake County (PARA, PEL, or ELS(TBE) licenses acceptable). Dates: 04/15/2025 through 05/28/2025 Daily Rate: $150.00 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of and respect for the diverse backgrounds (cultural, linguistic, environmental) of students and how these characteristics affect the student's life and learning; 2. Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RtI); 3. Knowledge of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and Board policies and District procedures; 4. Knowledge of the similarities and differences between cognitive, communicative, physical, social, and emotional needs of students and the factors that influence these different needs; 5. Oral and written communication skills; 6. Interpersonal and social skills; 7. Ability to apply the principles of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RtI); 8. Ability to assist and reinforce elements that support a safe, healthy, and effective teaching and learning environment; 9. Ability to assist in adapting instructional strategies and materials according to the needs of the student, under the direction of a teacher; 10. Ability to be sensitive and respectful in communications regarding all children and families, regardless of differences in cultural heritage, lifestyle, values, and home environment; 11. Ability to collect and record performance data on students under the direction of a licensed teacher, while respecting student confidentiality and the laws regarding ethical practices of assessment; 12. Ability to collect objective and accurate information on student behavior to be provided to licensed professionals, as appropriate and directed by a licensed teacher; 13. Ability to draw on knowledge and resources regarding a variety of developmental and age-appropriate instructional methods, techniques, and materials when supporting the instruction of the licensed teacher; 14. Ability to effectively employ a variety of strategies that reinforce positive behavior; 15. Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students; 16. Ability to follow oral and written direction of licensed teachers, seeking clarification as needed; 17. Ability to participate as a member of the educational team when requested to attend conferences with families or primary caregivers, with an understanding of some of the concerns of parents; 18. Ability to prepare and organize materials to support teaching and learning, as directed by a licensed teacher; 19. Ability to reinforce the development of student social skills by using appropriate strategies to modify the environment; 20. Ability to use ethical practices for confidential communication about students; 21. Ability to use strategies that promote the student's independence; 22. Ability to utilize learning styles theory in supporting instructional practices; 23. Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties. * Assists students with physical needs (toileting, eating, dressing, lifting required); * Assists the teacher in observing, recording, and charting behavior; * Assists the teacher with crisis problems and behavior management; * Assists with group educational activities that include students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs); * Carries out tutoring activities designed by the teacher that include students on IEPs; * Confers and plans with teachers related to classroom and/or IEP objectives and/or modifications, and provides documentation; * Maintains classroom (whiteboards, etc.); * Manages students (including those on IEPs); * Monitors supplementary work and independent study that include students on IEPs; * Participates in professional activities and meetings; * Prepares classroom materials including those related to IEPs or modifications/accommodations; * Prepares the classroom environment for learning activities; * Provides assistance with individualized programmed materials; * Supervises children in the hallway, lunchroom, playground, and on field trips; * Supports instruction for individual students (one-on-one or small group), including those on an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) under the direction of the supervising teacher; * Works with audio-visual equipment, computers and/or assistive technology as related to IEP accommodations and modifications; * Works with teachers to develop classroom schedule; * May transport students in District vehicles, when requested; * Performs other related duties as required; * Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters. Application Procedure: Apply online at http://www.applitrack.com/rlas/onlineapp/default.aspx