Teacher Assistant (Grades 1-8-Elementary, K-3)

Chicago Public Schools • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Teacher Assistant position at Chicago Public Schools involves supporting the instruction of students in grades 1-8, specifically in elementary settings (K-3). The role is designed to assist certified teachers in various educational activities, ensuring a conducive learning environment for students. The assistant will engage in supervising students, preparing educational materials, and providing direct support to students in their learning processes.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
• Completion of at least 60 semester hours of college credit at an accredited college or university or successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro).
• Good knowledge of proper English grammar and spelling.
• Basic knowledge of mathematics.
• Knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations.
• Ability to work with and for school-aged children.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good reading skills.
• Skill in operating audio-visual equipment and personal computers is highly desirable.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an educational environment.
• Familiarity with special education practices.
• Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of students during lunchroom and playground activities.
• Provide security functions within the school, such as monitoring corridors and reviewing student identification cards.
• Assist students in understanding and completing classroom assignments.
• Help teachers in preparing bulletin boards and displaying students' work in classrooms.
• Operate photocopying and duplicating machines to reproduce educational materials.
• Maintain the orderly arrangement of classrooms.
• Greet and direct visitors to appropriate areas of the school.
• Consult with teachers regarding concerns of individual students.
• Operate audio-visual equipment such as video cassette recorders and projectors.
• Provide tutoring services to students under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assist in collecting and grading students' homework assignments and examination materials under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Supervise the loading and unloading of students on school buses.
• Assist in the receipt, processing, and issuance of new books under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Collect daily classroom absentee reports and contact parents and guardians to verify causes of student absences.
• Assist elementary school teachers with wraps and toilet recesses as necessary.
• Assist in the supervision of the school procedure to sell public transportation passes to students.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed