ASL Educational Support Professional - Itinerant Services

Intermediate District 287 is looking for Educational Support Professionals with American Sign Language background to support students in our Itinerant Services!

Intermediate District 287 serves students in grades K-12, as well as transition age students (18-22 years old), from our 12 member districts in the west metro area. Our district offers a wide range of services, primarily setting IV special education, and tailored programming that is designed to meet the diverse needs of students. To better understand our student population and work environment check out this video.

Position Details:

• Work one-on-one or in small groups with students to support individual learning goals
• Help maintain a safe and effective learning environment
• Assist in behavior management and provide positive reinforcement
• Ensure students' physical needs are met throughout the school day
• Follow school calendar (no weekends, evenings, or holidays) - 35 hours/week; 7 hours/day
• View the Job Classification

Pay & Benefits:

• Competitive Pay: $20.65 - $29.02 Depending on experience and education
• Generous Benefits including: 
• Low cost medical and dental insurance
• District funded HRA account
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Optional health care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Optional dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Extensive wellness services that includes 6 free confidential counseling sessions
• Retirement benefits through TRA & PERA
• Optional 403b with district match
• Paid time off
• Mental Health benefits
• Ongoing professional development
• More details can be found on our webpage: Contracts/Benefits - Intermediate District 287

 Education & Experience Requirements:

• Interested in candidates who are: diverse, bilingual, or have experience working with diverse populations.
• High school diploma or a general education development (GED) certificate
• Two (2) years of full-time employment or equivalent working with individuals in an environment that provides broad familiarity and understanding of the physical and emotional behaviors and challenges of children with exceptional needs
• American Sign Language background/skills or interest in learning American Sign Language (ASL), preferred
• Substitution Allowed: College training may be substituted for the General Experience. 

Interview Process:

•  Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until position is filled.

Website: https://www.district287.org/careers

Email: hr@district287.org

Salary : $21 - $29