Special Ed Aide: Empower Students & Skills

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Pharmacy benefits

Vision benefits

Behavioral health program

Employee Wellness Program

Pension plans

403(b) retirement plan

457(b) plan

FSAs

Pet insurance

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support students with diverse disabilities under the supervision of a Special Education teacher and school principal. You will assist with instructional activities, reinforce learning goals, and help create an inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities include one-on-one tutoring, personal care support as required, helping with behavior and attendance records, assisting on field trips, and adapting materials to

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from ISBE, or have completed a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro).
• 60 semester hours of college credit or equivalent must be completed for eligibility.
• CPR training is highly desirable and may be required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education teachers in reinforcing learning for students with various disabilities per IEPs.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring and personal hygiene support as needed.
• Assist with daily living skills, transportation to activities, and classroom organization.
• Record student behavior and attendance, and assist with field trips and workshops.

Skills

CPR Certification

Education

ISBE paraprofessional license or 60 credits

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support students with diverse disabilities under the supervision of a Special Education teacher and school principal. You will assist with instructional activities, reinforce learning goals, and help create an inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities include one-on-one tutoring, personal care support as required, helping with behavior and attendance records, assisting on field trips, and adapting materials to