Classroom Support Aide: Tutor & Student Advocate (Benefits)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant on the Far South Side to support classroom activities and student supervision under a licensed teacher. The role requires a valid paraprofessional license (ISBE) or equivalent with relevant college credit or exam certification.

The assistant will help students with assignments, prepare classroom displays, operate AV equipment, and assist in bus loading procedures while maintaining a safe, organized learning environment.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional license from ISBE or equivalent via 60 college credits.
• Strong English grammar, spelling, and basic math knowledge.
• Ability to work with school-aged children and follow written and oral instructions.
• Experience with classroom support duties is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising students during lunch and playground activities.
• Assist teachers with bulletin boards and classroom displays.
• Operate audiovisual equipment and copying machines.
• Collect and grade homework and examination materials under teacher supervision.
• Assist in contacting parents about student absences and reminders.
• Support loading/unloading of students on school buses.
• Greet and direct visitors to appropriate areas of the school.

Skills

Paraprofessional license

English grammar

Mathematics basics

Communication

Education

60 semester hours of college credit

Paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro)

Tools

Office equipment

Audio-visual equipment

Photocopying machines

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant on the Far South Side to support classroom activities and student supervision under a licensed teacher. The role requires a valid paraprofessional license (ISBE) or equivalent with relevant college credit or exam certification.

The assistant will help students with assignments, prepare classroom displays, operate AV equipment, and assist in bus loading procedures while maintaining a safe, organized learning environment.