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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. This is a position that will follow staffing patterns, therefore, the qualified applicant will be asked to be flexible with varying job assignments, based on building and classroom needs. Candidate may be asked to provide classroom support, office support, and/or substitute for non-certified staff in the building. Due to the characteristics and needs of the students attending Northwest Academy, paraprofessionals must have the ability to:
–	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, include academic and behavioral needs
–	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

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