Special Education Tutor / Substitute / Support Staff

MooseHeart Child City & School • Mooseheart, IL

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference in Students' Lives Every Day Mooseheart Child City & School is seeking compassionate, patient, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Special Education Tutor / Substitute / Support Staff . In this role, you will work closely with certified special education teachers to support students with disabilities, helping them access learning, build skills, and grow both academically and socially. If you enjoy working with young people, value teamwork, and want to play a meaningful role in helping students succeed, we encourage you to apply. What You'll Do 📚 Instructional Support Work one-on-one or in small groups to help students with academic tasks and skill development Reinforce lessons and activities led by the special education teacher Assist with differentiated instruction and adapted learning materials Provide tutoring support in reading, writing, math, or functional life skills 🧩 Classroom & Behavioral Support Support the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and positive behavior strategies Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and supervision Use trauma-informed practices and de-escalation techniques when needed Help maintain a safe, structured, and encouraging learning environment 🎯 Student & IEP Support Assist teachers in implementing student accommodations and modifications outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Help collect data related to student progress on academic or behavioral goals Encourage independence, social skills, and self-regulation among students 📝 Substitute Coverage (When Needed) Follow lesson plans and classroom procedures during staff absences Support classroom continuity and maintain established routines Communicate observations or concerns to supervising staff 🤝 Accessibility & Personal Care Support (When Applicable) Assist students with mobility, feeding, hygiene, or toileting as required by their IEP Support the use of assistive technology or adaptive equipment Maintain student dignity, privacy, and safety at all times What We're Looking For Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Ability to work effectively with students with diverse learning and behavioral needs Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of a team Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a school or special education environment Paraprofessional certification or college coursework in education or a related field Experience supporting students with behavioral, emotional, or sensory needs Training in CPI, de-escalation, or behavior management strategies Key Skills for Success Patience, empathy, and flexibility Strong observation and communication skills Ability to support students with a variety of learning needs Commitment to student safety, respect, and success Reliability and professionalism Working Environment This position works in a school setting , including classrooms, hallways, and occasionally community-based environments. The role may involve: Standing or walking for extended periods Assisting students with mobility or physical needs Supporting classroom activities throughout the school day Occasional schedule flexibility Why Join Mooseheart? At Mooseheart Child City & School , you'll be part of a supportive community dedicated to helping young people thrive. We offer: A collaborative and mission-driven school culture Meaningful work that directly supports student success Opportunities for training and professional development A chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of students How to Apply Interested candidates should submit: Completed application Resume Professional references If you're passionate about supporting students and creating positive learning experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work effectively with students with diverse learning and behavioral needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of a team
• Patience, empathy, and flexibility
• Strong observation and communication skills
• Ability to support students with a variety of learning needs
• Commitment to student safety, respect, and success
• Reliability and professionalism

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a school or special education environment
• Paraprofessional certification or college coursework in education or a related field
• Experience supporting students with behavioral, emotional, or sensory needs
• Training in CPI, de-escalation, or behavior management strategies

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support Work one-on-one or in small groups to help students with academic tasks and skill development
• Reinforce lessons and activities led by the special education teacher
• Assist with differentiated instruction and adapted learning materials
• Provide tutoring support in reading, writing, math, or functional life skills
• Classroom & Behavioral Support Support the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and positive behavior strategies
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and supervision
• Use trauma-informed practices and de-escalation techniques when needed
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and encouraging learning environment
• Student & IEP Support Assist teachers in implementing student accommodations and modifications outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Help collect data related to student progress on academic or behavioral goals
• Encourage independence, social skills, and self-regulation among students
• Substitute Coverage (When Needed) Follow lesson plans and classroom procedures during staff absences
• Support classroom continuity and maintain established routines
• Communicate observations or concerns to supervising staff
• Accessibility & Personal Care Support (When Applicable) Assist students with mobility, feeding, hygiene, or toileting as required by their IEP
• Support the use of assistive technology or adaptive equipment
• Maintain student dignity, privacy, and safety at all times

Benefits

• A collaborative and mission-driven school culture
• Meaningful work that directly supports student success
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of students

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED