Teacher Assistant (PreK Instruction)

Chicago Public Schools

Chicago, Northern (IL, KY)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom instruction under a licensed teacher. You will assist with student learning, prepare materials, and supervise lunchroom and playground activities. You may help with displays and photo-copying of educational resources.

Requires a valid ISBE paraprofessional license (or 60 college hours with Work Keys/Parapro) and basic math, strong English skills, and good communication with students and parents.

Qualifications

Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license or have 60 sem hours and pass a paraprofessional exam.
Strong English grammar and spelling; basic math knowledge; ability to communicate with students and parents.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and operate classroom equipment.

Responsibilities

Assist in instruction and student learning under licensed teacher supervision.
Supervise lunchroom and playground, monitor student behavior and safety.
Prepare bulletin boards, display student work, and help with copying and materials.
Assist in collecting homework and exams, and help with attendance and student absences.

Skills

Paraprofessional license

English grammar

Mathematics basics

Public communication

Classroom supervision

Education

60 college credits

Tools

Office equipment

Audio-visual equipment

Personal computers

Job description

Posting Date

Sep 1, 2026, 2:24:13 PM

Primary Location

Southwest Side-3826 West 58th Street (Ferdinand W Peck School)

Salary Range : $36,476.82 to $54,962.59

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Class Title

Teacher Assistant

Characteristics of the Class

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.

Essential Functions

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, assists in maintaining the orderly arrangement of classrooms, greets and directs visitors to appropriate areas of the school, consults with teachers regarding concerns of individual students, operates audio-visual equipment such as video cassette recorders, movie projectors, film strip projectors, tape recorders, and phonographs; 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 busses; 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Certification Requirements

Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), which may be applied for and obtained after the successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of college credit at a college or university accredited by the North Central Association or successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro). Also refer to:

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill

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, good reading skills, skill in operating audio-visual equipment and personal computers is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements

Light Work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, or up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force frequently to move objects. Even though weight of force moved may be only a negligible amount, a position should be rated as Light Work (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing or pulling of arm controls.

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: