SY26-27 Part-Time Aide

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

Behavioral Health & EAP

Employee Wellness Program

Basic Life Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Pension Plans

Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b)

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking Part-Time Aides to assist with supervision of students before, during, and after the school day. Positions are limited to 3.75 hours per day and focus on non-instructional activities within the school environment.

Responsibilities include supervising students during lunch, recess, study halls, and entry/exit procedures, while ensuring safety and adherence to school policies. Prior experience in supervising children is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED equivalent (required).
• One year of experience in the supervision of children in an organized setting (preferred).
• Ability to work with and for school children.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to learn and follow school and district policies, procedures, and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision of students during non-instructional activities.
• Support supervision during lunch, recess, study halls, and in-school suspensions.
• Assist with student entry/exit and be present around the school building.

Skills

Supervision of children

Follow instructions

Policy learning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Part-Time Aides

Overview

position can be used to assist with the supervision of students during non-instructional activities before, during, and/or after the school day. Part-Time Aides can work for the school, but for no longer than 3.75 hours each day.

DUTIES OF PART-TIME AIDES

Some examples of duties that can be performed by Part-Time Aides include assisting with supervision of students:

• During lunch and/or recess period(s)
• During study halls (to only be held during non-instructional minutes)
• During in-school suspensions
• During student entry/exit
• In and around the school building

Part-Time Aides cannot take on the duties of other clearly defined school-based positions, including but not limited to teacher’s assistants, instructional assistants, special education classroom assistants, children’s welfare attendants, security guards or aides, clerks, etc.

Qualifications

Part-Time Aides must have the following qualifications:

• High school degree or GED equivalent (required)
• One year of experience in the supervision of children in an organized setting (preferred)
• Ability to work with and for school children
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to learn and follow school and district policies, procedures, and expectations.

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice

CPS Is Committed To Providing Comprehensive Health Coverage To Our Employees And Their Eligible Dependents. You'll Have Access To a Variety Of Choices To Best Fit Your Needs

• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:

• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life

CPS values the well‑being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:

• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Days
• Parental Leaves
• Short-Term Disability
• Religious Holidays
• Leaves

Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.

Posting Date

Aug 23, 2026, 12:41:38 PM

Primary Location

West Side-3320 West Hirsch Street (James Russell Lowell School)

Salary Range

$21.31 hourly