ESY- Signing Aide Paraprofessional (Summer 2026)

Extended School Year (ESY) is a Special Education program for students with disabilities whose IEP team has determined that in order to minimize substantial regression and reduce substantial recoupment time, a student is required to attend ESY. These services will be based upon the individual needs of the students per their IEP goals/objectives.  This role is within our specialized RISE and STEP programs and requires supporting students with significant needs in highly structured settings. RISE serves students with moderate-to-severe intellectual/developmental and multiple disabilities, while STEP primarily serves students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and focuses on structured teaching, communication, behavior/self-management, independence, and generalization of skills. Many students who are in the STEP or RISE program that attend ESY are students in a specialized program throughout the school year. They require a significantly modified curriculum, small setting classrooms, and direct instruction on modified academics and life/social skills.

Requires Paraprofessional license for Paraprofessionals, Sign Language proficiency test for Signing Aides

Program Details

Orientation Dates: June 11 

Program Dates: June 15, 2026 - July 16, 2026

Days of the Week: Monday-Thursday

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location:  Nichols Middle School

Stipend: $1,650 (includes $200 for orientation)

Application Process:
Apply online atwww.district65.net

Selection Process:
Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview