Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Bloomington, IL

Teacher Aides and Assistants play a crucial role in elementary education by providing support to teachers in managing classroom activities and enhancing the learning experience of students. These professionals assist in preparing instructional materials, supervising students in and outside the classroom, participating in parent-teacher meetings, and helping with administrative tasks. They may also provide individual attention to students who need extra help with their studies, monitor students' behavior, and assist teachers in grading assignments. Some Teacher Aides and Assistants may be specialized in working with students with special needs, aiding them in daily activities and following specified learning plans.

Important skills for Teacher Aides and Assistants include strong communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to assist with teaching and learning processes. They should also have basic computer skills for managing digital classroom tools. While no specific certifications are typically required, a paraprofessional certification or some college-level education in a related field are often preferred by employers. Prior to becoming a Teacher Aide or Assistant, individuals may have held positions such as a childcare worker, preschool aide, learning support assistant, or even a student teacher during their education training.

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Summer School Challenge Instructional Aide

  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Summer School Challenge Instructional Aide JobID: 3213 Position Type: District Wide/Challenge Summer School Instructional Aide Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: District-Wide Date Available:...

Summer School Tutor

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 10 days ago

School Year/ Tutor Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: Stevenson Elementary School Date Available: 06/09/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    iPals/Summer School Contact: Laura Delgado, Director of Elementary...

Classroom Support Aide - Second Grade

  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Classroom Support Aide - Second Grade JobID: 3205 Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional Aide Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: Grundy Elementary School Date Available: 08/12/2025...

Summer School Homebound Tutor

  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Summer School Homebound Tutor JobID: 3200 Position Type: District Wide/Summer School Special Education Resource Teachers Date Posted: 3/21/2025 Location: District-Wide Date Available: June 2025...

Summer School Special Education Paraprofessionals

  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Summer School Special Education Paraprofessionals JobID: 3187 Position Type: District Wide/Summer School Special Education Instructional Aide Date Posted: 3/21/2025 Location: District-Wide Date...

Classroom Support Aide and Clerical Aide

  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Classroom Support Aide and Clerical Aide JobID: 3176 Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional Aide Date Posted: 3/16/2025 Location: Jefferson Elementary School Date Available: 04/03/2025...

Classroom Paraprofessional

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Paraprofessionals/ Classroom Paraprofessional Date Posted: 3/10/2025 Location: Raymond Early Childhood Center Date Available: 08/13/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    We are...

Elementary Paraprofessional Aide

  • Colfax, IL (20 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colfax, IL (20 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Duties This position is responsible for assisting the teacher in achieving objectives by working with the class, small groups or individual students to help them achieve the skill levels of the...

MLL Instructional Aide

  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

MLL Instructional Aide JobID: 3160 Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional Aide Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Jefferson Elementary School Date Available: ASAP   Additional...

In House Daily Substitute Teacher/Aide

  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morton, IL (24 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

In House Daily Substitute Teacher/Aide JobID: 3156 Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 2/24/2025 Location: Lincoln Elementary School Date Available: March 2025...

Preschool Teacher Assistant

  • Normal, IL (5 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Normal, IL (5 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

We are actively looking for a passionate Preschool Teacher Assistant who can bring their love for children and experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education to our team of dedicated...

Substitute Teacher Aide (Paraprofessional) - as needed

  • Clinton, IL (23 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clinton, IL (23 miles from Bloomington, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Duties Substitute Teacher Aide in Classroom. Qualifications please see website for requirements for paraprofessional license Substitute Paraprofessionals must possess a valid parapro certificate....

Tutor (after school)

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Part-Time Temporary Hourly Employees/ Tutor Date Posted: 11/20/2024 Location: Oakland Elementary School Date Available: 01/06/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    $16/hour -...

Tutor

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Part-Time Temporary Hourly Employees/ Tutor Date Posted: 11/19/2024 Location: Irving Elementary School Date Available: 01/06/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    We are...

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Salary for Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Bloomington, IL

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Bloomington, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
7.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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