Special Education Aide: 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

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support students with various disabilities under the supervision of teachers. Responsibilities include one-on-one tutoring, assisting with daily living skills, and maintaining records of student progress.

CPR training is highly desirable, with an emphasis on safe student handling and documentation. The role requires a valid ISBE paraprofessional license (or 60 college credits) and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities.
• Good knowledge of English grammar and spelling; basic mathematics.
• Ability to work with and for students with disabilities; follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction of disabled students under supervision.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring and personal hygiene support as required.
• Assist with daily living skills, transferring, and positioning equipment.
• Maintain written records of student behavior and progress.

Skills

Communication skills

CPR training

English grammar

Mathematics basics

Education

ISBE paraprofessional license / 60 college credits

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support students with various disabilities under the supervision of teachers. Responsibilities include one-on-one tutoring, assisting with daily living skills, and maintaining records of student progress.

CPR training is highly desirable, with an emphasis on safe student handling and documentation. The role requires a valid ISBE paraprofessional license (or 60 college credits) and strong communication skills.