Equity-Driven General Education Teaching Assistant

Generalasp; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance: medical, dental, vision, l​

Disability insurance

Job summary

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom learning under the supervision of the lead teacher, emphasizing equity and student engagement. The role involves assisting with supervision, implementing prescribed programs, maintaining records, and using instructional tools to support the teacher’s lesson.

The position requires assisting with activities, reinforcing instructions, and monitoring student progress while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, minimum.
• Associate's Degree, preferred.
• Able to lift students as required.
• Ability to work and communicate with students professionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a balanced program of instruction and activities.
• Reinforce information and instructions after a lesson.
• Support students in academic studies and life skills.
• Implement behavior modification plans as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Observe and record student progress.
• Assist during recess, lunch, and bus transitions.
• Support classroom teacher and students in daily activities.
• Assist students with academic needs.
• Use behavior strategies to maintain student conduct under supervision.

Skills

Lift students

Professional communication

Team collaboration

Student needs awareness

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Copy machine

Computers

Assistive technology

OT/PT devices

Job description

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom learning under the supervision of the lead teacher, emphasizing equity and student engagement. The role involves assisting with supervision, implementing prescribed programs, maintaining records, and using instructional tools to support the teacher’s lesson.

The position requires assisting with activities, reinforcing instructions, and monitoring student progress while maintaining confidentiality.