Job Vacancy Information

PARA PROFESSIONAL FOR THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL
(FULL-TIME)

Northwest Special Education Cooperative has an opening for a Para Professional to serve our Therapeutic Day School, Northwest Academy, in Elizabeth, IL Qualified candidates will be asked to provide support to students in a Therapeutic Day School Environment. Due to the characteristics and needs of the students attending Northwest Academy, paraprofessionals must have the ability to:
–	Sit for extended periods of time
–	See a computer screen and read printed material with or without visual aids
–	Stand, walk, bend over, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull and move, lift and/or carry up to 25-50 pounds at waist height
–	Assist with personal care of students, when necessary
–	Physically place students in control positions if they are acting in a way that is an imminent danger to themselves or others
–	Work in both indoor and outdoor environments
Qualifications:
–	High School Diploma
–	Demonstrate experience and training necessary to work effectively with students with special education needs.
–	Illinois Para Professional Certification
–	Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Certified preferred, but not required
Salary/Benefits:
	Northwest Academy offers a competitive salary.
How to Apply:
	Please direct cover letter, resume, and 3 letters of recommendation to: Tracy Dahl Northwest Special Education Cooperative 310 North West Street Elizabeth, IL 61028 or email to: tracy.dahl@nwseonline.com