Substitute Teacher - Therapeutic Classroom Support

Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A therapeutic school in Chicago is seeking a qualified Substitute Teacher to ensure the health and safety of students. The role involves supporting classroom teachers and managing various classroom activities. Candidates must hold a State Approved Substitute Teacher certification and have experience in working with special-needs populations. Skills needed include multitasking and interacting with diverse personalities. The position may require physical task performance, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform all functions necessary to obtain certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
• Ability to perform all functions necessary to obtain full certification in Professional Crisis Management (Practitioner 2).
• Experience working with the special-needs population is necessary.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of each student.
• Support the classroom teacher in all aspects of classroom programming.
• Collect daily data for the assigned student as determined by the classroom teacher.

Skills

Multitasking in a high-stress environment

Interaction with diverse personalities

Education

State Approved Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional Certification

Job description

A therapeutic school in Chicago is seeking a qualified Substitute Teacher to ensure the health and safety of students. The role involves supporting classroom teachers and managing various classroom activities. Candidates must hold a State Approved Substitute Teacher certification and have experience in working with special-needs populations. Skills needed include multitasking and interacting with diverse personalities. The position may require physical task performance, including lifting up to 50 pounds.