Special Education Classroom Aide — IEP Support

Chicago Public Schools; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Vision insurance

Behavioral Health & EAP

Pension plans

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support students with disabilities under the guidance of a Special Education teacher. The role includes one-on-one tutoring, personal care tasks, and assisting with daily living activities in elementary and high school settings.

Candidates must have a valid ISBE paraprofessional license (60 semester hours or equivalent) and may need CPR training.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from ISBE, or equivalent by education/experience.
• 60 college credits or passing paraprofessional exam required.
• CPR training is highly desirable and may be required later.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reinforcing instruction for students with disabilities under supervision.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring to students to reinforce concepts.
• Assist with personal hygiene tasks and daily living activities as needed.
• Assist in positioning and moving students using equipment and aids.
• Maintain written records of student behavior and participate in class field trips.

Skills

Paraprofessional license

CPR training

English grammar

Written communication

Photocopier operation

Education

60 semester hours

Paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro)

Tools

Photocopier

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support students with disabilities under the guidance of a Special Education teacher. The role includes one-on-one tutoring, personal care tasks, and assisting with daily living activities in elementary and high school settings.

Candidates must have a valid ISBE paraprofessional license (60 semester hours or equivalent) and may need CPR training.