Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
CLASS TITLE: Special Education Classroom Assistant CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a Special Education teacher holding a valid tea…
Skills: Special Education Instruction, IEP Implementation, Student Positioning, Personal Hygiene Care, One-on-one Tutoring
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
Temporary Part Time Seasonal Roles The Chicago Public Schools utilizes temporary part-time seasonal support in school-based, network and central office positions. Duties are identified by the hiring manager following the…
Skills: Office Support, Data Entry, Filing, Phone Handling, Clerical Duties
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
Temporary Part Time Seasonal Roles The Chicago Public Schools utilizes temporary part-time seasonal support in school-based, network and central office positions. Duties are identified by the hiring manager following the…
Skills: Office Support, Data Entry, Filing, Phone Handling, Clerical Duties
Belleville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$78k–$112k/yr
Job Requisition ID: 55818 Opening Date: 07/28/2026 Closing Date: 08/10/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: REHAB/MOBILITY INSTRUCTOR (38163) Skill Option: Orientation and Mobility Instructor Bilingual…
Skills: Orientation and Mobility Instruction, Long Cane Technique, Sensory Skills Development, Caseload Management, Braille Reading and Writing
Belleville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$78k–$112k/yr
Job Requisition ID: 55818 Opening Date: 06/23/2026 Closing Date: 07/07/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: REHAB/MOBILITY INSTRUCTOR (38163) Skill Option: Orientation and Mobility Instructor Bilingual…
Skills: Orientation and Mobility Instruction, Long Cane Technique, Sensory Skills Development, Caseload Management, Braille Reading and Writing
Coal City, Illinois, United States · On-site
$26/hr–$30/hr
If you’re looking for a career that will give you a strong sense of pride and purpose, this is the job for you. Getting over 1,000,000 children safely to and from school every day is one of the most important jobs …
Skills: Safe Driving, Student Transportation, Verbal Communication, Reliability, Passenger Safety
Caseyville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$26/hr
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Skills: Driving, Child Safety, Reliability, Time Management, Vehicle Operation
Caseyville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$26/hr
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Skills: Driving, Child Safety, Reliability, Time Management, Vehicle Operation
Monticello, Illinois, United States · On-site
$22/hr
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Skills: Safe Driving, Passenger Monitoring, Verbal Communication, Child Safety, Reliability
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
CLASS TITLE: Bilingual Education Teacher CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the supervision of the school principal, responsible for instruction, specialized services and support to students for the purposes of developi…
Skills: Instructional Planning, Language Assessment, Classroom Management, Bilingual Education, Lesson Planning
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
CLASS TITLE: Bilingual Education Teacher CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the supervision of the school principal, responsible for instruction, specialized services and support to students for the purposes of developi…
Skills: Bilingual Instruction, Lesson Planning, Language Assessment, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
CLASS TITLE: Teacher CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the supervision of the school principal, responsible for the instruction, progress, and discipline of all pupils in assigned classes, and performs related duties a…
Skills: Instructional Planning, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Student Evaluation, Behavior Management
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
CLASS TITLE: Teacher CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the supervision of the school principal, responsible for the instruction, progress, and discipline of all pupils in assigned classes, and performs related duties a…
Skills: Instructional Planning, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Student Evaluation, Behavior Management
Belleville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$64k–$90k/yr
Job Requisition ID: 55819 Opening Date: 06/23/2026 Closing Date: 07/07/2026 Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: REHAB/MOBILITY INSTRUCTOR TRN (38167) Skill Option: Orientation and Mobility Instructor Bilin…
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Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$110k–$135k/yr
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Skills: Electrical Design, Power Distribution, AutoCAD, Revit, Site Surveying
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
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Skills: Litigation, Legal Writing, Case Investigation, Appellate Practice, Civil Rights Law
Kankakee, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Skills: Case Investigation, Comprehensive Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Case Documentation, Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Maywood, Illinois, United States · On-site
Description DEPARTMENT FUNCTION: The Street Outreach team, individually and collectively, reaches people who might not otherwise seek assistance or come to the attention of the homelessness service system. The Street Out…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, Peer Support, Trauma-Informed Care, Harm Reduction, Case Management
El Segundo Paso, Baja California Sur, Mexico · Hybrid
$159k–$238k/yr
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Skills: Cloud Security Architecture, Zero Trust Architecture, IAM, Network Security, Data Protection
El Segundo Paso, Baja California Sur, Mexico · Hybrid
$173k–$259k/yr
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Chicago, Illinois, United States • On-site
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Assist Special Education teachers in instructing students with various disabilities in accordance with their Individual Education Programs. Provide essential personal care, tutoring, and physical support to ensure student safety and learning.
Must possess a valid TASN paraprofessional license from the ISBE, requiring either 60 college credit hours or a passing score on a paraprofessional exam. Candidates must be able to perform medium physical work, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
CLASS TITLE: Special Education Classroom Assistant
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a Special Education teacher holding a valid teaching certificate directly engaged in teaching subject matter or conducting activities, assists in the instruction of disabled students; and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assists Special Education teachers in elementary and high schools in reinforcing efforts with children with various disabilities, including physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, emotional impairments, and mental impairments in accordance with each students’ Individual Education Program (IEP); lifts and positions non-ambulatory students during the school day as instructed by the teacher and in adherence to written instruction from students’ personal physicians; provides one-on-one tutoring services for students to present or reinforce learning concepts; provides one-on-one personal hygiene services for students with severe disabilities, including toileting, changing soiled diapers, and cleaning soiled children regardless of age; assists students with orthopedic impairments by arranging and adjusting tools, work aids, and equipment used by students in classrooms, including but not limited to specially equipped worktables, positioning equipment, wheelchairs, tape recorders, computers, communication devices, and mechanized page turners; assists teacher in instructing students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and economic self-sufficiency; accompanies students to swimming pools and medical clinics to assist in removing clothing and performing other personal services which students are unable to perform themselves; assists in feeding students unable to do so themselves; takes notes in classrooms for students unable to do so themselves; corrects homework assignments and examination materials; assists teachers in maintaining written records of students’ behavior; accompanies students and teachers on class field trips; attends and participates in workshops and in service training to update job related skills.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: May utilize aggressive management techniques to physically restrain violent students, may administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as directed by the teacher, may operate audio-visual equipment, may operate photocopying equipment.
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:
⦁ Illinois State Board of Education
⦁ Educator License Application
⦁ Work Keys
⦁ Paraprofessional Assessment
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill. Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, good knowledge of basic mathematics.
Ability to work with and for students with various disabilities, ages birth to twenty-one (21) years of age; ability to follow written and oral instructions and direction; ability to complete and maintain basic written reports. (Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is highly desirable. Individuals who do not provide evidence of the completion of training in CPR at the time of initial employment in this class title will complete CPR training as a condition of employment.)
Good oral and written communication skills, skill in the operation of photocopying and audio-visual equipment is highly desirable.
Physical Requirements. Medium Work: Exerting up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and/or to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to reach, handle, and finger objects; talk and hear; occasional use of near visual acuity and frequent use of far visual acuity
Providing a high quality public education for every child, in every neighborhood, that prepares each for success in life
Chicago Public Schools is looking for teachers, leaders, and non-instructional staff to transform the face of urban education. We are a team of passionate, committed, and talented professionals who believe that every CPS student will graduate prepared for success in college, career, and life. Come join us in making CPS a model for public school districts throughout the nation. CPS is the third largest school district in the United States with more than 600 schools providing education to over 340,000 children.
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