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SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY
Our clients are seeking compassionate and dedicated Paraprofessionals to support students ages 5-17 with autism, intellectual disabilities, developmental delays, emotional disabilities, speech and language impairments, multiple disabilities, and other complex learning needs. As an ISBE-approved therapeutic day school, the program provides highly individualized instruction in a structured, relationship-based environment focused on academic, social-emotional, communication, and life skills development.

CLIENT'S LOCATION
Schools are located in Bannockburn, IL

DESCRIPTION OF CLIENT'S DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES < /b>
* Provide direct classroom support to students with autism, developmental disabilities, emotional disabilities, and other special needs in a therapeutic day school setting.
*Assist the teacher in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), behavior intervention plans, and instructional activities.
* Support students with academic tasks, communication development, social skills training, and daily living skills.
* Assist with behavior management strategies and crisis intervention techniques as directed by classroom staff.
* Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help students meet educational and behavioral goals.

CLIENT'S REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE< /b>
* Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to follow direction and work collaboratively with school staff
* Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude
* Experience supporting students with special needs is a plus
* Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent (associates or higher preferred)

DTG ADVANTAGES
* Establish a relationship with one of the nation's largest referral agencies for behavioral-health.
* Compensation processed weekly
* Increase or decrease your schedule at your discretion: choose opportunities that best fit your schedule
* Accessibility to grow professionally.