Job detail
Copy of Teaching Assistant - Substitute
Nexus Family Healing
TEMPORARY
Posted 4/20/2026
Location
Onarga, Illinois
Salary
$17 - $18 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The substitute teaching assistant provides educational and instructional support to students within a classroom setting while maintaining a safe and supportive environment. They also supervise students, monitor behavior, and assist with residential transitions and safety protocols.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or ged and a valid driver's license. An illinois state board of education (Isbe) paraprofessional educator endorsement is required.
high schoolCommunicationCPRMentorshipRecord keepingFirst aidSafety complianceCrisis interventionStudent supervisionTrauma informed careClassroom supportInstructional supportSpecial education supportBehavior monitoringLesson plan delivery
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Employee referral bonus program
- Internal advancement opportunities
- Mental health and trauma informed care training