Special Education Classroom Aide: Make a Difference

Chicago Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 41,766 - 60,584; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Employee Wellness Program

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United States is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to assist teachers and support students with disabilities. The role includes providing one-on-one tutoring, helping with personal hygiene, and participating in class activities. Ideal candidates must possess a valid paraprofessional license and have experience in special education. CPS offers a supportive environment focused on employee wellness and development with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of the characteristics of various disabilities.
• Ability to work with students aged birth to twenty-one.
• Ability to lift and position non-ambulatory students.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education teachers in reinforcing efforts with disabled students.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring services for learning concepts.
• Assist in feeding students unable to do so themselves.

Skills

Knowledge of special education needs

Good communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Skill in operating audio-visual equipment

Education

Valid TASN paraprofessional license

60 semester hours of college credit

Tools

Audio-visual equipment

Photocopying equipment

Job description

A leading educational institution in the United States is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to assist teachers and support students with disabilities. The role includes providing one-on-one tutoring, helping with personal hygiene, and participating in class activities. Ideal candidates must possess a valid paraprofessional license and have experience in special education. CPS offers a supportive environment focused on employee wellness and development with competitive benefits.