Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
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 tea…
Skills: Student Supervision, Classroom Management, Tutoring, English Grammar, Basic Mathematics
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
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 tea…
Skills: Student Supervision, Classroom Management, Tutoring, English Grammar, Basic Mathematics
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
CLASS TITLE: Assistant Principal CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the direction of the school principal, takes charge of the school in the absence of the school principal, and assists in the direction and coordination…
Skills: Educational Leadership, School Budgeting, Student Discipline, Teacher Supervision, Academic Achievement Planning
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
CLASS TITLE: Assistant Principal CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the direction of the school principal, takes charge of the school in the absence of the school principal, and assists in the direction and coordination…
Skills: Educational Leadership, School Budgeting, Student Discipline, Teacher Supervision, Curriculum Implementation
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 Education, Instructional Planning, Classroom Management, Language Assessment, Curriculum Development
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
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 tea…
Skills: Student Supervision, Classroom Management, Tutoring, English Grammar, Basic Mathematics
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$62k–$69k/yr
If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word. COMMUNITY! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of a…
Skills: Supervision, Grant Management, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Informed Care, Conflict Resolution
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: Instructional Planning, Language Assessment, Classroom Management, Bilingual Education, Lesson Planning
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$140k–$160k/yr
Company Description Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public…
Skills: Construction Management, CMAR Contracts, Civil Design, Project Management, AutoCAD
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 Etiquette, 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
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$77k–$85k/yr
Cook County Offices Under The President Administrative Hearings Auditor Bureau of Administration Bureau of Economic Development Bureau of Finance Bureau of Human Resources Bureau of Technology Facilities Office of the Pr…
Skills: Project Management, Budget Monitoring, Stakeholder Coordination, Financial Metrics Review, Event Organization
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$77k–$85k/yr
Cook County Offices Under The President Administrative Hearings Auditor Bureau of Administration Bureau of Economic Development Bureau of Finance Bureau of Human Resources Bureau of Technology Facilities Office of the Pr…
Skills: Project Management, Budget Monitoring, Stakeholder Coordination, Financial Metrics Review, Compliance Monitoring
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
Requirements: Master's degree in school counseling AND current ISBE Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Counseling Endorsement Reports to: Principal Evaluated by: Principal PRIMARY FUNCTION As vital members…
Skills: School Counseling, Crisis Intervention, Academic Planning, Case Management, Data Analysis
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
ABOUT CPS: We are an urban district on the rise. The support and resources we provide to our staff enables them to make the greatest difference where it’s needed most. Be a part of the change. Our mission is to provide a…
Skills: Instruction, Progress Tracking, Classroom Management, IEP Goal Setting, Collaborative Planning
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
ABOUT CPS: We are an urban district on the rise. The support and resources we provide to our staff enables them to make the greatest difference where it’s needed most. Be a part of the change. Our mission is to provide a…
Skills: Instruction, Progress Tracking, Classroom Management, IEP Goal Setting, Collaborative Planning
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
ABOUT CPS: We are an urban district on the rise. The support and resources we provide to our staff enables them to make the greatest difference where it’s needed most. Be a part of the change. Our mission is to provide a…
Skills: Special Education Instruction, IEP Goal Setting, Classroom Management, Pedagogy, Student Assessment
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
CLASS TITLE: School Clerk I CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, performs any of several specialized clerical functions in a large public school facility, or performs a varie…
Skills: Clerical Office Methods, Typing, Word Processing, Spreadsheet Software, Database Software
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
CLASS TITLE: School Clerk I CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, performs any of several specialized clerical functions in a large public school facility, or performs a varie…
Skills: Clerical Office Methods, Typing, Communication, Recordkeeping, Basic Mathematics
Chicago, Illinois, United States • On-site
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Assists teachers in instructional activities, student tutoring, and the preparation of classroom materials. Provides supervision of students during lunch, playground activities, and school bus loading/unloading.
Must possess a valid TASN paraprofessional license from the ISBE, requiring either 60 college semester hours or a passing score on a paraprofessional exam. Requires basic proficiency in English grammar, mathematics, and the ability to work with school-aged children.
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:
⦁ Illinois State Board of Education
⦁ Educator License Application
⦁ Work Keys
⦁ Paraprofessional Assessment
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.
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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