Bilingual Class-Size Assistant for CPS Schools

Chicago Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Pension plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Class Size Bilingual Teacher Assistant to help address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools. You will assist in instruction under a licensed teacher and support bilingual students with classroom activities.

The role requires strong English skills plus another language, a high school diploma, and ISBE paraprofessional certification eligibility. CPS offers comprehensive benefits and residency requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent).
• Valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from ISBE, or eligibility after 60 college hours or Parapro/Work Keys, per Illinois requirements.
• Bilingual ability in English and at least one other language is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Support students with classroom assignments and tutoring.
• Greet and direct students; supervise during lunch and transitions.
• Operate AV equipment and classroom technology.
• Assist in collecting and grading assignments and attendance reports.
• Support safety and behavior management in classrooms and corridors.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Class Size Bilingual Teacher Assistant to help address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools. You will assist in instruction under a licensed teacher and support bilingual students with classroom activities.

The role requires strong English skills plus another language, a high school diploma, and ISBE paraprofessional certification eligibility. CPS offers comprehensive benefits and residency requirements.