Special Education Aide & Student Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Vision coverage

Behavioral Health & EAP

Pension plans

FSAs

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support students with disabilities under the supervision of licensed teachers. The role involves assisting in instruction, providing one-on-one tutoring, and helping with daily living skills and classroom activities.

Minimum qualifications include a valid ISBE paraprofessional license (or eligibility) and completion of at least 60 college credits or a paraprofessional exam.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional license required with successful completion of 60 college credit hours or paraprofessional exam.
• Knowledge of students with various disabilities and how to support IEP goals.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and maintain basic records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction of students with disabilities under supervision.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring and personal hygiene support as needed.
• Assist with daily living skills, mobility, and use of assistive devices.
• Maintain behavior records and assist in class activities and field trips.

Skills

Disability support knowledge

English grammar

Mathematics basics

Education

ISBE paraprofessional license

60 college credits or paraprofessional exam

Tools

CPR training

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support students with disabilities under the supervision of licensed teachers. The role involves assisting in instruction, providing one-on-one tutoring, and helping with daily living skills and classroom activities.

Minimum qualifications include a valid ISBE paraprofessional license (or eligibility) and completion of at least 60 college credits or a paraprofessional exam.