Paraprofessional Program Assistant for Students with Autism


Job Location:

Lisle, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 16 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


  • Position Type:
    Special Education

  • Date Posted:
    5/21/2026

  • Location:
    Lisle IL
    (High-Needs School)


  • Interested candidates should complete their application through our ADP Recruiting portal using the link below.

    Click here to apply

    Starting Salary - $30000.00/year
    Giant Steps day schoolis looking to hire Paraprofessionals. We are looking for energetic peoplewho areinterested in working with individualson the autism spectrum to help them perform to the best of their abilities. Qualities of a successful candidate include a caring attitude the desire to support students/participants to complete academic life skills social-emotional activities and feel comfortable as part of a team in accompanying students/participants during community-based instruction. Paraprofessionals work alongside the classroom teacher to support the daily needs and IEP goals of their is the perfectposition to gain experience in the field of autism.

    Full time and part time positions available in our day school and adult program
    Full time hours - Monday - Friday 8am -3:30pm
    Flexible part time hours

    Perfect Schedule for your work-life balance needs!
    Follows the public school calendar with an additional 6-week Extended School Year (June-July with shortened hours)!
    10 days of Paid Time Off
    8 weeks of scheduled time off (holidays and breaks) plus National Holidays

    Benefits for full time employees includemedical dental visionetc.
    401k Retirement plan with an employer match
    PTO; Partial Paid Maternity Leave
    Academic Calendar with 6 week Extended School Year

    Paraprofessional or Substitute licenserequired upon hire.

    Giant Steps prides itself on being proactive and student-centered while also recognizing the importance of empowering and supporting staff.
    This position is responsible for providing comprehensive direct care and instructional support to students with autism spectrum disorders. Program Assistants are an integral part of the educational and therapeutic team serving students attending Giant Steps.

    Please apply on the Giant Steps website ï½ Experience:

    Unclear Seniority

Position Type:Special EducationDate Posted:5/21/2026Location:Lisle IL(High-Needs School)Interested candidates should complete their application through our ADP Recruiting portal using the link below.Click here to applyStarting Salary - $30000.00/yearGiant Steps day schoolis looking to hire Paraprofe...

About Company

Giant Steps is committed to providing individuals with autism spectrum disorders, and their families, superior educational and therapeutic services focused on improving the quality of daily life from early childhood through adulthood.

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