School-Based Miscellaneous (Pre-K)

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is one of the largest school districts in the United States, serving over 320,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 40,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.

Job Summary:

The School-Based Miscellaneous employee primarily provides supplemental student supervision support and coverage before, during and/or after the school day. Additionally, this role may also be utilized to support other areas of supplemental and/or ad hoc support on a temporary, short term basis to assist with overall school operations (e.g., supplemental tutoring, backup phone and reception support, social media, backup clerical/ data entry/filing support, school activity and recruitment support, etc.), excluding work that requires a valid ISBE license.

The School-Based Miscellaneous employee will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

·       Provide student supervision support and coverage, such as hallway and building monitoring, recess, lunchroom/lunchtime, in-school suspension, study hall, bell time entry/dismissal (inside and outside), field trips, Early Childhood classroom coverage during breaks and prep periods, etc.

·       Assist with parent outreach and support

·       Assist with supporting overall school operations (e.g., supplemental tutoring, backup phone and reception support, social media, backup clerical/ data entry/filing support, school activity and recruitment support, etc.)

·       Other duties as assigned

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the School-Based Miscellaneous employee must possess the following:

Education Required:

·       High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience Required:

·       Minimum of two (2) years of related support experience, including the following, is required:

o   Experience providing customer service and interacting with customers

o   Experience working within an education, community outreach, public service environment, or similar organization

o   Experience supervising children in an organized setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·       Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a diverse student body, staff members, and families, maintaining a supportive and professional demeanor

·       Ability to actively and effectively monitor students in various settings (e.g., recess, hallways, lunchrooms, school grounds) to ensure safety and adherence to school expectations

·       Ability to function as a reliable member of the school team, assisting with tasks as assigned

·       Ability to remain flexible and responsive to the fluctuating needs of a school environment, including assisting in different roles throughout the day

·       Ability to learn and adhere to all relevant school and district policies, procedures, and expectations

·       Strong communication skills (speaking, listening, and writing)

Physical Requirements:

·       Ability to frequently move/transport supplies, boxes, or other objects weighing up to 25 lbs between office locations for various needs.