Temporary Special Ed Classroom Assistant — Make Impact

Chicago Public Schools; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Vision plan

Prescription coverage

Dental plan

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support teachers and students with diverse disabilities within our Southwest Side schools. The role includes one-on-one tutoring, personal care assistance as needed, and collaboration with teachers to reinforce learning.

The position requires a paraprofessional license or equivalent credentials, a strong grasp of English and basic math, and willingness to participate in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of characteristics of students with various disabilities.
• Strong English grammar and spelling.
• Basic mathematics knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction for students with disabilities under supervision.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring and support for learning concepts.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care as required by IEP.
• Support classroom instruction and manage behavior as directed by staff.
• Participate in workshops and in-service training to update skills.

Skills

Disability awareness

English grammar

Math basics

Education

Illinois paraprofessional license (ISBE)

60 college hours (or paraprofessional exam)

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Special Education Classroom Assistant to support teachers and students with diverse disabilities within our Southwest Side schools. The role includes one-on-one tutoring, personal care assistance as needed, and collaboration with teachers to reinforce learning.

The position requires a paraprofessional license or equivalent credentials, a strong grasp of English and basic math, and willingness to participate in ongoing training.