Temporary Paraprofessional: Dynamic Classroom Support & Mentorship

Intrinsic Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrinsic Schools in Chicago, IL seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support teachers with classroom management and student care. You will assist with lesson activities, organize materials, monitor behavior, and track student progress, while fostering a positive learning environment.

This role involves communication with families, clerical tasks, and collaboration with the school team to support students' needs.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional associate's degree.
• Experience working with children and special needs students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with educational software.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with lesson planning and communicate with parents and school officials.
• Co-teach lessons under the Teacher's guidance, lead small groups or individual instruction and discussions, and review classwork.
• Organize the classroom and teaching materials, monitor the classroom during lessons, and minimize distractions and disruptions.
• Supervise students in and out of the classroom.
• Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs.
• Help Teachers and students with extracurricular activities and school functions.
• Perform clerical duties, such as tracking student attendance, typing, filing, photocopying, and grading tests and homework.
• Ensure the upkeep of educational materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Track students' progress and prepares reports for the parents.
• Assist Teachers in counseling parents on the requirements and development of their children.

Skills

Experience with children

Experience with special needs students

Excellent communication

Educational software experience

Education

Paraprofessional associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in child development or related field

Job description

Intrinsic Schools in Chicago, IL seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support teachers with classroom management and student care. You will assist with lesson activities, organize materials, monitor behavior, and track student progress, while fostering a positive learning environment.

This role involves communication with families, clerical tasks, and collaboration with the school team to support students' needs.