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 Tutoring, Personal Hygiene Care, Behavior Management
Danville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$31/hr
OverviewThe Community Health Worker (CHW) provides community support services by partnering with other community agencies to help at risk / high risk individuals and their families navigate complex social service and hea…
Skills: Community Outreach, Case Management, Patient Advocacy, Health Education, Disease Management
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$32k–$40k/yr
The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastore…
Skills: Financial Management, Budgeting, Human Resources, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
Youth Intervention Specialist Job Code # 003015 Helps create an environment that promotes student learning and development through programming and support for student behavior. Primary Responsibilities: Positive Behavior…
Skills: Positive Behavior Intervention Support, Social and Emotional Learning, Peer Mediation, De-escalation, Case Management
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Skills: Positive Behavior Intervention Support, Social and Emotional Learning, De-escalation, Case Management, Peer Mediation
Greenville, Illinois, United States · On-site
Description Greenville University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Residence Life to join the Student Integrated Success Team. The Graduate Assistant (GA) is responsible for supporting the leadership, supervision, and…
Skills: Student Supervision, Crisis Response, Community Development, Mentorship, Conflict Resolution
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$41/hr–$48/hr
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Skills: Clinical Quality Review, IM+CANS Assessments, Behavioral Health Documentation, Medical Necessity, Diagnostic Documentation
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
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 Tutoring, Personal Hygiene Care, Behavioral Management
Quincy, Illinois, United States · On-site
Description PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB POSITION The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in planning, organizing, and performing restorative services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local …
Skills: Restorative Care, Patient Transport, Ambulatory Training, ADL Assistance, Medical Appliance Usage
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, Student Progress Tracking, Classroom Management, IEP Goal Setting, Collaborative Planning
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
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 Tutoring, Personal Hygiene Care, Behavior Management
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$55k–$68k/yr
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Skills: Employee Onboarding, Classroom Observation, Reflective Practice, Strength-Based Coaching, Microsoft Office Suite
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
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
Willowbrook, Illinois, United States · On-site
$90k–$92k/yr
Overview Avanath is proud to be named one of the top property management companies to provide affordable housing for the workforce. Cultivating the American Dream is the purpose that binds the Avanath team. At Avanath, e…
Skills: Property Management, LIHTC, Tax Credit Compliance, Budget Management, Staff Leadership
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$20/hr
Benefits: No nights and weekends Childcare discounts Recognition programs Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement 401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Training & develo…
Skills: Curriculum Implementation, Classroom Management, Family Communication, Child Supervision, Student Assessment
Salem, Illinois, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$30/hr
Description Let’s cut to the chase—our residents deserve the best, and that’s exactly why we’re looking for you. At Bridgemark Healthcare, we know the heartbeat of every great facility is its caregivers. As a Certified N…
Skills: Patient Care, Compassionate Care, Daily Living Assistance, Documentation, Communication
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$115k–$153k/yr
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program Manager in the SANE Program department. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity.…
Skills: Clinical Care, Program Management, Forensic Examination, Regulatory Compliance, Staff Education
Chicago, Illinois, United States • On-site
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Assists Special Education teachers in instructing students with various disabilities in accordance with their Individual Education Programs (IEP). Responsibilities include providing one-on-one tutoring, personal hygiene care, and assisting with daily living skills and physical positioning.
Must possess a valid TASN paraprofessional license from the ISBE, requiring either 60 college semester 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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