Class Size Teaching Assistant: Support Students & Classrooms

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Vision care

Pharmacy benefits

Wellness program

Pension plans

FSAs

Pet insurance

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving 340,000+ students in 600+ schools. The Class Size Teacher Assistant supports teachers, supervises students, assists with classrooms, and helps maintain orderly environments in Priority Schools.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma (or GED) and a valid ISBE paraprofessional license or the path to obtaining one. CPS offers comprehensive health, pension, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Valid ISBE paraprofessional license (60 college credits or Parapro/Work Keys) is required.
• Good command of English grammar and basic math; able to follow instructions and work with students.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunch and playground activities.
• Provide security functions and monitor corridors, ID checks.
• Assist students with understanding and completing assignments.

Skills

English grammar

Mathematics knowledge

Chicago Public Schools rules

Working with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving 340,000+ students in 600+ schools. The Class Size Teacher Assistant supports teachers, supervises students, assists with classrooms, and helps maintain orderly environments in Priority Schools.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma (or GED) and a valid ISBE paraprofessional license or the path to obtaining one. CPS offers comprehensive health, pension, and other benefits.