Special Education Classroom Support Specialist

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement and savings options

Paid time off policies

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support teachers with disabled students. The role includes assisting instructors, providing personal hygiene services, and ensuring students' needs are met during various activities.

Applicants must hold a valid TASN paraprofessional license and be capable of working effectively with students aged birth to 21. Furthermore, skills in English, mathematics, and communication are essential, with CPR training being highly desirable. Comprehensive health benefits and competitive time-off policies are included.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid TASN paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Ability to work with students aged birth to 21 with various disabilities.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists Special Education teachers in reinforcing efforts with children with disabilities.
• Provides personal hygiene services for students with severe disabilities.
• Accompanies students to swimming pools and medical clinics.

Skills

Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities

Good knowledge of English grammar and spelling

Good knowledge of basic mathematics

Ability to perform CPR

Education

Valid TASN paraprofessional license from ISBE

Tools

Photocopying equipment

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support teachers with disabled students. The role includes assisting instructors, providing personal hygiene services, and ensuring students' needs are met during various activities.

Applicants must hold a valid TASN paraprofessional license and be capable of working effectively with students aged birth to 21. Furthermore, skills in English, mathematics, and communication are essential, with CPR training being highly desirable. Comprehensive health benefits and competitive time-off policies are included.