Special Education Classroom Support Specialist

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support teachers in elementary and high schools with students who have various disabilities. The role includes one-on-one tutoring, personal care assistance, and helping with daily living skills under teacher supervision.

The position requires a valid paraprofessional license (ISBE) or 60 college credits, plus knowledge of disability characteristics, English, and math.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid ISBE paraprofessional license (TASN/NCLB) or have 60 college credits or pass a paraprofessional exam.
• Knowledge of characteristics of students with various disabilities; good knowledge of English grammar and spelling; basic mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education teachers in reinforcing learning for students with disabilities.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring and personal hygiene assistance as needed.
• Support students with daily living tasks and positioning in classrooms.
• Help maintain written records of behavior and student progress.
• Accompany students on field trips and participate in workshops for skill updates.

Skills

Student support

English grammar

Communication skills

CPR training desirable

Education

60 college credits

ISBE paraprofessional license (TASN/NCLB)

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support teachers in elementary and high schools with students who have various disabilities. The role includes one-on-one tutoring, personal care assistance, and helping with daily living skills under teacher supervision.

The position requires a valid paraprofessional license (ISBE) or 60 college credits, plus knowledge of disability characteristics, English, and math.