Special Ed Classroom Support Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Dental

Vision

Pension Plans

FSAs

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support elementary and high school students with diverse disabilities. The role involves reinforcing instruction, providing one-on-one tutoring and personal care services under the supervision of a Special Education teacher.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, feeding, documentation of behavior, and accompanying students on field trips while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional license from ISBE required.
• 60 college credit hours minimum, or successful completion of paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro).
• Ability to assist in instruction of students with various disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education teachers in reinforcing instruction for students with various disabilities.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring services for students.
• Provide one-on-one personal hygiene services for students with severe disabilities.
• Assist with daily living skills and equipment for independent maintenance.
• Take notes and help maintain written records of student behavior.
• Accompany students on field trips and attend workshops to update skills.

Skills

Disabilities knowledge

English grammar

Mathematics basics

Instruction following

CPR training desirable

Education

Paraprofessional license (ISBE)

Tools

Photocopying equipment

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support elementary and high school students with diverse disabilities. The role involves reinforcing instruction, providing one-on-one tutoring and personal care services under the supervision of a Special Education teacher.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, feeding, documentation of behavior, and accompanying students on field trips while maintaining safety and confidentiality.