SY26-27 Anticipated School Assistant

Chicago Public Schools

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 36,152 - 54,474

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Pension Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is looking for an individual to assist in the instruction of students at Irvin C Mollison School. The role requires supervising students during lunch and playground activities, providing security functions, and supporting teachers in preparation and grading. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and the ability to work with school-aged children.

The position includes responsibilities related to COVID-19, such as coordinating testing logistics and promoting vaccination opportunities for students and families.

Competitive health coverage and paid time off policies are offered.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED, with six months experience in an educational setting.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Good knowledge of grammar and spelling.

Responsibilities

Assists in the supervision of students during lunchroom and playground activities.
Provides security functions within the school.
Offers tutoring services to students under teacher supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Ability to work with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Audio-visual equipment

Personal computers

Job description

Posting Date

May 27, 2026, 6:27:33 PM

Primary Location

South Side-4415 South King Drive (Irvin C Mollison School)

Salary Range

$36,152.75 to $54,474.28

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a teacher holding a valid state certificate directly engaged in teaching subject matter or conducting activities, assists in the instruction of pupils; and performs related duties as required.

Responsibilities

Assists in the supervision of students during lunchroom and playground activities.

Provides security functions within the school such as monitoring corridors and reviewing student identification cards.

Assists students in understanding and completing classroom assignments.

Assists teachers in preparing bulletin boards and displaying students’ work in classrooms.

Operates photocopying and duplicating machines to reproduce educational materials; and operates audiovisual equipment.

Assists in maintaining the orderly arrangement of the classroom.

Greets and directs visitors to appropriate areas of the school, consults with teachers regarding concerns of individual students.

Provides tutoring services to students under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

Assists in collecting and grading students’ homework assignments and examination materials under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

Assists in supervising the loading and unloading of students on school buses.

Assists in the receipt, processing, and issuance of new books under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

Collects daily classroom absentee reports and contacts parents and guardians to verify causes of student absences; may assist elementary school teachers with wraps and toilet recesses as necessary.

May assist in the supervision of the school procedure to sell public transportation passes to students.

Additional COVID‑19 responsibilities

Communicate with families of quarantined students, with a focus on helping ensure students and families know what to expect and how to access instruction.

Assist students and families with securing devices if needed, as well as accessing necessary online programs to receive instruction, and troubleshoot technology issues in coordination with appropriate school and district resources.

Coordinate logistical details of remote instruction for quarantined students, including educator schedules, Google Meet setup, and other needs.

As needed, provide supervision of in‑person student learning while a teacher is teaching remotely when absent for COVID‑related reasons.

Coordinate student COVID testing logistics at school, including but not limited to:
- Assist with scheduling test administration
- Supervise students waiting for tests
- Provide class coverage during staff testing
- Promote testing consents to families

Promote student and family vaccination opportunities at school:
- Assist with parent reminders/notifications
- Assist with onsite mobile vaccination events
- Remind families of second dose appointments

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent) supplemented by six months experience in an educational setting, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

Good knowledge of proper English grammar and spelling, basic knowledge of mathematics, knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations.

Ability to work with and for school‑aged children, ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Ability to operate basic office equipment, ability to communicate effectively with the public.

Good oral and written communication skills, 800 reading skills, skill in operating audio‑visual equipment and personal computers is highly desirable.

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency – Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district.

Be Fully Vaccinated – Employees are required to be fully vaccinated within 30 days of their hire date. Full vaccination is defined as at least two weeks after your second shot of a two‑shot vaccination course, or at least two weeks after a one‑shot vaccination course.

Updated 8/31/2021

Job Code 000462

Health & Wellness

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