1:1 Individual Student Aide Paraprofessional
The Menta Education Group
Apply to this job Springfield, IL on site Until 10/5/2026 First posted November 27, 2025 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description
Job Description
As a 1:1 Individual Student Aide Paraprofessional with The Menta Education Group, you will be responsible for working with classroom instructors and staff to offer targeted teaching and support to students in the classroom, as well as general support for all students in the school.
3700 Wabash Ave Springfield, IL 62711
7:30am-3:00pm CT, Monday-Friday, following a school calendar
Hiring for All Grade Levels K-21, Small Self-Contained Rooms
Direct Hire with our school: Return school year after school year (no annual contract)
Responsibilities
- Individually monitor the assigned student addressing academic, functional, behavioral, or safety concerns as noted in the IEP under the supervision of licensed professional staff.
- Prepare and adapt materials for use in the classroom; maintain classrooms and materials in good order.
- Inform clinical staff of social, emotional, or behavioral concerns of students.
- Implement and maintain behavior program policies and data.
- Coordinate and communicate with administration and other staff members in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
- Fill in as needed and as requested throughout the program.
- Have awareness of other students in the program in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
- Maintain confidentiality of students and student records.
- Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as requested.
- Report any unusual incidents or safety concerns to the administration.
- Support and promote administrative policies and goals.
Qualifications
- Paraprofessional Certification is preferred, but not required
- Ability to operate tactfully under stress
- Flexibility to change in routines
- At least 23 years of age
- Able to work with high-risk special needs students
Compensation & Benefits
- In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
- Full Time Employee Benefits Overview:
- Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit:
- https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/
- Compensation Information:
- https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/
- Please refer to the "Classroom Support" section for this position's category.
Compensation (from employer):
17.97–27.06 USD per-hour-wage
About this role
Summary
Support students with special needs in classroom, monitor behavior, adapt materials, and ensure safety.
Job title
1:1 Individual Student Aide Paraprofessional
Experience level
none
Industry
education
Location requirements
Springfield, IL; remote work not allowed
Salary
$18k–$27k
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
tactfulnessflexibilityability to work with high-risk students
Preferred skills
paraprofessional certification
Specializations
student supportbehavior managementspecial needsIEP
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Springfield, IL, USA
On-site City
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