Special Education Classroom Support Specialist

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

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago, IL, seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support instructional activities for students with disabilities under the supervision of a Special Education teacher.

Responsibilities include one-on-one tutoring, personal care support, and helping with behavior and data documentation. CPR training is desirable; candidates must meet licensing requirements for paraprofessionals.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), which may be obtained after completing at least 60 semester hours.
• Ability to CPR training is highly desirable and may be required for employment.
• Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, English grammar and spelling, and basic mathematics.
• Ability to work with students with various disabilities and follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reinforcing instruction for students with disabilities according to IEPs.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring and personal hygiene support as needed.
• Assist in transporting and supervising students during activities and field trips.

Education

60 semester hours of college credit

ISBE paraprofessional license (TASN/NCLB)

Tools

Photocopier

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago, IL, seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support instructional activities for students with disabilities under the supervision of a Special Education teacher.

Responsibilities include one-on-one tutoring, personal care support, and helping with behavior and data documentation. CPR training is desirable; candidates must meet licensing requirements for paraprofessionals.