Paraeducator - Gerber School

Job Category: Gerber School Requisition Number: TEACH001415

Posted: May 19, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Hourly Range: $16.77 USD to $34.31 USD

Urbana, IL 61802, USA

Teacher Assistant at Gerber

Join our dedicated special education team supporting youth receiving treatment services at Cunningham Children's Home's residential treatment center. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive and collaborative school environment!

The Teacher Assistant partners closely with certified special education teachers to help create an engaging, structured, and supportive classroom where each student's individual learning and emotional needs are met.

Qualifications:

• ISBE Paraprofessional License preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

All Teacher Assistant candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check.

Why Join Cunningham Children's Home?

We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional growth, and rewarding work that makes a difference in the lives of youth every day. Compensation is based on education and experience for the Teacher Assistant position.

At Cunningham, we are committed to the values of spirituality, teamwork, integrity, and respect. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Leave
• Garner Health & Paytient Card Healthcare Navigation and Medical Cost Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Accident, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 6% Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Referral Program

Required: High School or better.

Preferred: Previous experience in a school or educational setting

Preferred: Para Professional (ISBE), LBS 1 Spec Ed (ISBE)

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