Special Ed Classroom Assistant — One-on-One Support

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plans

FSAs

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support instruction for students with various disabilities under supervision. The role involves one-on-one tutoring, daily living skills assistance, and helping teachers maintain records and adapt activities according to each student’s IEP.

CPR training may be required upon employment. Candidates should have a paraprofessional license or be able to complete the required exam, with 60 college credits and strong communication

Qualifications

• Must possess ISBE paraprofessional license or have completed paraprofessional exam.
• 60 semester hours of college credit from an accredited college or university.
• CPR training is required or will be completed as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in instruction of students with disabilities according to IEPs in elementary and high schools.
• Provides one-on-one tutoring to reinforce learning concepts.
• Assists with daily living skills and personal care as needed.
• Accompanies students on class trips and to clinics or pools as required.
• Maintains written records of behavior and aids in lesson preparation.
• Supports teachers with classroom setup and distribution of materials.

Skills

Disabilities knowledge

English grammar/spelling

Mathematics knowledge

Oral and written communication

Instruction follow-through

Education

ISBE paraprofessional license

60 semester hours college credit

Paraprofessional exam (Work Keys/Parapro)

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support instruction for students with various disabilities under supervision. The role involves one-on-one tutoring, daily living skills assistance, and helping teachers maintain records and adapt activities according to each student’s IEP.

CPR training may be required upon employment. Candidates should have a paraprofessional license or be able to complete the required exam, with 60 college credits and strong communication