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Irving Park Early Learning Center

<p><i>Welcome to Irving Park Early Learning Center, &ldquo;IPELC&rdquo;! Our family-owned childcare centers have been in business since 1999, and practice a &ldquo;learn through play&rdquo; philosophy. We serve children ages 6 weeks - 5 years old.</i></p><p>We operate <b>two locations directly across from one another</b>, sharing one leadership team and strong staff community:</p><ul><li>IPELC - Whipple (3023 West Montrose) - 7:00am to 6:00pm</li><li>IPELC - Sacramento (3000 West Montrose) - 7:00am to 5:30pm</li></ul><p>_____________________________________________</p><p>IPELC is seeking a <b>passionate Assistant Teacher</b> to join our team. We are currently prioritizing <b>full-time candidates</b> who are bilingual (English/Spanish preferred), dependable and punctual, and interested in continuing their education and growth within Early Childhood Education.</p><p><b>Full Time Hours offered for this position from Monday through Friday are as follows: </b></p><ul><li>8:00am-5:00pm</li><li>8:30am-5:30pm</li></ul><p><i>This position may require flexibility in shifting tasks throughout the day, and exposure to all classroom ages on a changing basis.</i></p><p>Teachers <b>must </b>live within a 5 mile radius of our locations, and have a reliable transportation method.</p><p><b>Benefits Snapshot:</b></p><ul><li>80 hours Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Paid Sick Days</li><li>17 Paid Holidays</li><li>Blue Cross Blue Shield Gold Health Insurance (50% employer-paid)</li><li>Retirement plan with 3% employer contribution (with employee&rsquo;s own financial advisor)</li><li>Annual Raises</li><li>Anniversary &amp; Christmas Bonuses</li><li>Birthday Gifts</li><li>Childcare Discounts</li><li>Consistent schedules and dependable hours</li><li>Ongoing training &amp; Gateways credentialing support</li><li>Staff appreciation events, outings, and team celebrations</li><li>Small, family-owned centers with a long-tenured team</li></ul><p><i>(many staff members have been with us 10+ years)</i></p><p><i>Benefits vary by position and eligibility.</i></p><p><b>Minimum Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>High School Diploma or Equivalent</li><li>Background check clearance</li><li>Three written references</li><li>Medical form</li></ul><p><b>Certifications (Preferred or Willing to Obtain)</b></p><ul><li>First Aid &amp; CPR certified or willing to obtain certification.</li><li>Food Handler certification or willingness to obtain.</li></ul><p><b>Job Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Support daily classroom operations and assist Lead Teachers</li><li>Provide toileting and diapering assistance to children in adherence to state standards.</li><li>Consistently maintains cleanliness and order of the classroom environment. This includes but is not limited to mopping, sweeping, dusting, laundry, and trash removal.</li><li>Send messages, photos, and updates to parents through the app for each attending student in the assigned classroom.</li><li>Ability to redirect students and promote self-regulation in a kind and considerate manner.</li><li>Uphold mandated uniform expectations.</li><li>No facial piercings are permitted while working, in accordance with company policy.</li><li>Uphold and maintain classroom, position, and behavioral standards in adherence to DCFS and company policy.</li><li>Consistent in punctuality and attendance.</li><li>Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Ability to support Lead Teachers in behavioral and academic processes within the classroom.</li><li>Physical ability to stand, bend, squat, jump, dance, walk, run, reach carry, lift 50 lbs.</li><li>Additional responsibilities as instructed by supervisor.</li></ul><p><b>Join Our Team:</b></p><p>If you&rsquo;re passionate about making a meaningful difference in children&rsquo;s lives and want to work in a stable, supportive, family-owned environment, we encourage you to apply.</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Part-time</p><p>Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Early childhood Education/Education: 1 year (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Chicago, IL 60618 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Assistant Teacher Daycare

City Colleges of Chicago

<p></p><div><p><b>ASSISTANT TEACHER - CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (2nd Teacher)</b><br>
<b>OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE</b></p><p>
The <b>Child Development Laboratory Schools</b> will lead the City of Chicago in providing high-quality, comprehensive programs, as well as demonstration and training sites that serve faculty, students, and children of college staff and the greater Chicago community. Our mission is to provide superb Early Learning services for preschool children and their families. This means a commitment to implementing practices based on established standards and research in the fields of Early Care and Education. Finally, this also means a commitment to providing support to City Colleges of Chicago students, staff and the broader community. The programs approach to Child Development and Education is developmentally and linguistically appropriate and demonstrates the understanding that children have individual rates of development, interests, temperaments, languages, cultural backgrounds, and learning styles. Families are considered the child's first teachers and partners in their children's education.</p><p><b>
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE</b></p><p>
Under the supervision of the Teacher Child Development Center, and in addition to a primary Assistant Teacher-Child Development Center in the classroom, the <b>Assistant Teacher Child Development Center</b> (2nd) provides instructional, clerical and non-instructional support in the Child Development Center classroom, in order to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that is aligned with the educational and philosophical goals of the program. Performs related duties as required.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES</b></p><ul><li>
Adheres to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Code of Ethical Conduct, demonstrating a professional attitude and work ethic, and respect for children, families, and colleagues.
</li><li>Provides a safe, healthy environment for children, with a focus on classroom health, hygiene, nutrition, and safety. This includes maintaining a clean and orderly environment for children; ensuring children attend to personal hygiene/hand washing; teaching children about health and nutrition; and reporting accidents, injuries, and illnesses to parents and supervisors.</li><li>
Assists the teacher and primary Assistant Teacher-CDC in the development and implementation of an environment and curriculum that provides for a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to promote children's development in the areas of language and literacy, cognition, social-emotional well-being, and physical health. Meets with the teachers to discuss and consider the Centers goals, educational philosophy, and general curriculum plans.</li><li>
Ensures children's safety through constant supervision, storage of dangerous materials, arrangement and maintenance of classroom and equipment.</li><li>
Works with other teaching staff to provide a nurturing, stimulating, non-punitive, and culturally sensitive environment that encourages language, self-expression, exploration, creativity, imaginative play, thinking skills, and the development of positive relationships.</li><li>
Participates in any quality enhancement initiatives that the center may undertake.</li><li>
Participates in staff meetings, planning, and professional development and shares information gained from coursework or attendance at professional development workshops and conferences.</li><li>
Adheres to requirements put forth by funding, licensing, and accreditation agencies.</li><li>
Performs other duties as required and maintains classroom atmosphere and requirement in the absence of the regular teacher.</li><li>
Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent plus 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of credit from an accredited college or university, with 9 semester hours or 12 quarter hours in courses directly related to Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field from birth to age six (6).</li><li>
A minimum of one year of work experience working with young children birth to 5 years required. Attainment of Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Level 2 Early Childhood Education or Infant/Toddler Credential within one year of hire.</li><li>
Candidate must be registered with Illinois Gateways to Opportunity and actively pursuing their Level 4 credential in Infant/Toddler (IT) or Early Childhood Education (ECE).</li><li>
Must have and maintain a warm, supportive attitude towards children.</li><li>
Must be flexible in receiving assignments and adapting to changes in the program.</li><li>
Must be willing to accept supervision and continue professional development in the field in order to improve work performance.</li><li>
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with children, parents, and other staff members, as well as for documenting children's growth and learning.</li><li>
Should be able to assist in the creation and implementation of developmentally appropriate lessons, interact positively with children and other staff, and understand and attend to the physical, social, cognitive, health and safety, and emotional needs of the children.</li><li>
Must be able to work well within a culturally diverse environment with the ability to handle situations with tact and diplomacy.</li><li>
Ability to operate computers and use applicable software required.</li></ul><p>
Salary: $46,017 annual<br>
<br>
<b>Offered salary will be determined by the respective collective bargaining agreement and applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.</b></p><p><b><br>
Benefits information is found at </b><b>https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
This position is represented by the Local 1600 professional union.</b><br>
<b>Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.</b><br>
<b>We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employ</b></p>
<div>TBD</div></div>

Assistant Teacher-Child Development Center(2nd)

Chicago Public Schools

<div><div><b>Class Size Teaching Asst- 6th Grade</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P167400</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Feb 27, 2026, 8:14:43 AM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> North/Northwest Side-4865 North Sheridan Road (John T Mccutcheon School)</div><div></div><div><b>
Salary Range</b><b>:</b> $36,476.82 to $54,962.59</div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><b>
JOB DESCRIPTION -</b><div></div><p><br>
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving over 340,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 36,000 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 &ndash; student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.</p>
<p><b>
POSITION OVERVIEW</b></p>
<p>
The Joint Class Size Assessment Council (JCSAC) allocates Class-Size Teacher Assistant positions to address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools and other impacted schools. These positions are reviewed annually and concluded at the end of each school year. 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.</p>
<p><b>
The Class Size Teacher Assistant will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Assists in the supervision of students during lunchroom and playground activities</li>
<li>Provides security functions within the school, such as monitoring corridors and reviewing student identification card</li>
<li>Provides security functions within the school, such as tracking corridors and reviewing student identification card</li>
<li>Assist students in understanding and completing classroom assignments</li>
<li>Assist teachers in preparing bulletin boards and displaying students' work in classrooms</li>
<li>Operates photocopying and duplicating machines to reproduce educational materials</li>
<li>Assists in maintaining the orderly arrangement of classrooms</li>
<li>Greet and direct visitors to appropriate areas of the school</li>
<li>Consult with teachers regarding concerns of individual students</li>
<li>Operate audiovisual equipment such as cassette recorders, movie projectors, film strip projectors, tape recorders, and photographs.</li>
<li>Provides tutoring services to students under the supervision of the classroom teacher</li>
<li>Assist in collecting and grading students&rsquo; homework assignments and examination materials under the supervision of the classroom teacher.</li>
<li>Assist in supervising the loading and unloading of students on school busses.</li>
<li>Assist in the receipts processing and insurance of new books under the supervision of the classroom teacher.</li>
<li>Collect daily classroom absentee reports and contact parents and guardians to verify the causes of student absence.</li>
<li>May assist elementary school teacher with wraps and toilet as necessary</li>
<li>May assist in the supervision of the school procedure to sell public transportation passes to students</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
<b>To be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Class Size Teacher Assistant must possess the following qualifications:</b></p><p><br>
<b>
Education Requirements</b><b>:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent)</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
<b>Certification Requirements</b><b>: </b>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:</p>
<ul>
<li>Illinois State Board of Education</li>
<li>ISBN applied for link</li>
<li>Work Keys</li>
<li>ParaPro</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b><b>:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Good knowledge of proper English grammar and spelling, basic knowledge of mathematics, and knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Good oral and written communication skills, good reading skills, skills in operating audio-visual equipment and personal computers is highly desirable</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Physical Requirements:</b><b> </b>Light work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force often to move objects. Even though the 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 control.</p>
<p><b>
Conditions of Employment</b><b>:</b></p>
<p>
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:</p>
<ul>
<li><b>Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency </b>- Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district.</li>
<li><b>Completion of the Class Size Teacher Assistant - Interim Assignment Acceptance Form is required for this position</b></li>
<li><b>Be Fully Vaccinated or Submit to Weekly COVID-19 Testing </b>- Employees are required to be fully vaccinated within 30 days of their hire date. Full vaccination is defined as at least two weeks after your second shot of a two-shot vaccination course, or at least two weeks after a one-shot vaccination course. Unvaccinated staff must submit to weekly testing.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><div>
<b>Benefits</b>:
</div><div><b>Health &amp; Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice</b>
</div><div><i>CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:</i>
</div><ul><li>Medical Plan Options
</li><li>Pharmacy
</li><li>Dental
</li><li>Vision
</li><li>Behavioral Health &amp; EAP
</li><li>Employee Wellness Program
</li></ul><div><b>Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow</b>
</div><div><i>We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:</i>
</div><ul><li>Basic Life Insurance
</li><li>Life and Disability Insurance
</li><li>Pension Plans
</li><li>Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
</li><li>Spot Pet Insurance
</li></ul><div><b>Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life</b>
</div><div><i>CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:</i>
</div><ul><li>Paid Leave
</li><li>Sick Leave
</li><li>Vacation Days
</li><li>Parental Leaves
</li><li>Short-Term Disability
</li><li>Religious Holidays
</li><li>Leaves
</li></ul><div><i>Reference the </i><i>Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview</i><i> or the </i><i>benefits handbook</i><i> for comprehensive details.</i></div></div></div>

Class Size Teaching Asst- 6th Grade

<div><div><b>Class Size Teaching Asst</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P167408</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Mar 1, 2026, 1:07:43 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> North/Northwest Side-7345 North Washtenaw Avenue (Philip Rogers School)</div><div></div><div><b>
Salary Range</b><b>:</b> $36,476.82 to $54,962.59</div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><b>
JOB DESCRIPTION -</b><div></div><p><br>
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving over 340,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 36,000 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 &ndash; student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.</p>
<p><b>
POSITION OVERVIEW</b></p>
<p>
The Joint Class Size Assessment Council (JCSAC) allocates Class-Size Teacher Assistant positions to address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools and other impacted schools. These positions are reviewed annually and concluded at the end of each school year. 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.</p>
<p><b>
The Class Size Teacher Assistant will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Assists in the supervision of students during lunchroom and playground activities</li>
<li>Provides security functions within the school, such as monitoring corridors and reviewing student identification card</li>
<li>Provides security functions within the school, such as tracking corridors and reviewing student identification card</li>
<li>Assist students in understanding and completing classroom assignments</li>
<li>Assist teachers in preparing bulletin boards and displaying students' work in classrooms</li>
<li>Operates photocopying and duplicating machines to reproduce educational materials</li>
<li>Assists in maintaining the orderly arrangement of classrooms</li>
<li>Greet and direct visitors to appropriate areas of the school</li>
<li>Consult with teachers regarding concerns of individual students</li>
<li>Operate audiovisual equipment such as cassette recorders, movie projectors, film strip projectors, tape recorders, and photographs.</li>
<li>Provides tutoring services to students under the supervision of the classroom teacher</li>
<li>Assist in collecting and grading students&rsquo; homework assignments and examination materials under the supervision of the classroom teacher.</li>
<li>Assist in supervising the loading and unloading of students on school busses.</li>
<li>Assist in the receipts processing and insurance of new books under the supervision of the classroom teacher.</li>
<li>Collect daily classroom absentee reports and contact parents and guardians to verify the causes of student absence.</li>
<li>May assist elementary school teacher with wraps and toilet as necessary</li>
<li>May assist in the supervision of the school procedure to sell public transportation passes to students</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
<b>To be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Class Size Teacher Assistant must possess the following qualifications:</b></p><p><br>
<b>
Education Requirements</b><b>:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent)</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
<b>Certification Requirements</b><b>: </b>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:</p>
<ul>
<li>Illinois State Board of Education</li>
<li>ISBN applied for link</li>
<li>Work Keys</li>
<li>ParaPro</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b><b>:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Good knowledge of proper English grammar and spelling, basic knowledge of mathematics, and knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Good oral and written communication skills, good reading skills, skills in operating audio-visual equipment and personal computers is highly desirable</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Physical Requirements:</b><b> </b>Light work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force often to move objects. Even though the 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 control.</p>
<p><b>
Conditions of Employment</b><b>:</b></p>
<p>
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:</p>
<ul>
<li><b>Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency </b>- Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district.</li>
<li><b>Completion of the Class Size Teacher Assistant - Interim Assignment Acceptance Form is required for this position</b></li>
<li><b>Be Fully Vaccinated or Submit to Weekly COVID-19 Testing </b>- Employees are required to be fully vaccinated within 30 days of their hire date. Full vaccination is defined as at least two weeks after your second shot of a two-shot vaccination course, or at least two weeks after a one-shot vaccination course. Unvaccinated staff must submit to weekly testing.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><div>
<b>Benefits</b>:
</div><div><b>Health &amp; Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice</b>
</div><div><i>CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:</i>
</div><ul><li>Medical Plan Options
</li><li>Pharmacy
</li><li>Dental
</li><li>Vision
</li><li>Behavioral Health &amp; EAP
</li><li>Employee Wellness Program
</li></ul><div><b>Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow</b>
</div><div><i>We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:</i>
</div><ul><li>Basic Life Insurance
</li><li>Life and Disability Insurance
</li><li>Pension Plans
</li><li>Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
</li><li>Spot Pet Insurance
</li></ul><div><b>Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life</b>
</div><div><i>CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:</i>
</div><ul><li>Paid Leave
</li><li>Sick Leave
</li><li>Vacation Days
</li><li>Parental Leaves
</li><li>Short-Term Disability
</li><li>Religious Holidays
</li><li>Leaves
</li></ul><div><i>Reference the </i><i>Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview</i><i> or the </i><i>benefits handbook</i><i> for comprehensive details.</i></div></div></div>

Class Size Teaching Asst

<div><div><b>Teacher Assistant (Reading)</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P167280</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Mar 1, 2026, 1:57:09 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Far South Side-11140 South Bishop Street (Shoop Math Sci Tech Acad)</div><div></div><div><b>
Salary Range</b><b>:</b> $36,476.82 to $54,962.59</div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><b>
JOB DESCRIPTION -</b><div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
CLASS TITLE</b>: Teacher Assistant</div></div><br>
<div>
</div><div><b>CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS</b>: 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.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b>: 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&rsquo; 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.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b>:</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>Certification Requirements</b>. 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:</div>
<ul><li>Illinois State Board of Education</li><li>Educator License Application</li><li>Work Keys</li><li>Paraprofessional Assessment</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill</b>. Good knowledge of proper English grammar and spelling, basic knowledge of mathematics, knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>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.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>Good oral and written communication skills, good reading skills, skill in operating audio-visual equipment and personal computers is highly desirable.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>Physical Requirements</b>. 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.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><div>
<b>Benefits</b>:
</div><div><b>Health &amp; Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice</b>
</div><div><i>CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:</i>
</div><ul><li>Medical Plan Options
</li><li>Pharmacy
</li><li>Dental
</li><li>Vision
</li><li>Behavioral Health &amp; EAP
</li><li>Employee Wellness Program
</li></ul><div><b>Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow</b>
</div><div><i>We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:</i>
</div><ul><li>Basic Life Insurance
</li><li>Life and Disability Insurance
</li><li>Pension Plans
</li><li>Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
</li><li>Spot Pet Insurance
</li></ul><div><b>Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life</b>
</div><div><i>CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:</i>
</div><ul><li>Paid Leave
</li><li>Sick Leave
</li><li>Vacation Days
</li><li>Parental Leaves
</li><li>Short-Term Disability
</li><li>Religious Holidays
</li><li>Leaves
</li></ul><div><i>Reference the </i><i>Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview</i><i> or the </i><i>benefits handbook</i><i> for comprehensive details.</i></div></div></div>

Teacher Assistant (Reading)

<div><div><b>Temporary Special Ed Classroom Assistant</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>260000AA</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Mar 3, 2026, 2:38:57 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Southwest Side-1104 West 31st Street (Charles N Holden School)</div><div></div><div><b>
Salary Range</b><b>:</b> $41,766.58 to $60,584.36</div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><b>
JOB DESCRIPTION -</b><div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
CLASS TITLE:</b> Special Education Classroom Assistant</div></div><br>
<div>
</div><div><b>CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: </b>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.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: </b>Assists Special Education<b> </b>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&rsquo; 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&rsquo; 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&rsquo; behavior; accompanies students and teachers on class field trips; attends and participates in workshops and in service training to update job related skills.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: </b>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.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>Certification Requirements</b>. 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:</div>
<ul><li>Illinois State Board of Education</li><li>Educator License Application</li><li>Work Keys</li><li>Paraprofessional Assessment</li></ul><br>
<div><b>Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill</b><b>. </b>Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, good knowledge of basic mathematics<b>.</b></div><br>
<div></div><div>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.)</div><br>
<div></div><div>Good oral and written communication skills, skill in the operation of photocopying and audio-visual equipment is highly desirable.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>Physical Requirements</b><b>. </b>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</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><div>
<b>Benefits</b>:
</div><div><b>Health &amp; Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice</b>
</div><div><i>CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:</i>
</div><ul><li>Medical Plan Options
</li><li>Pharmacy
</li><li>Dental
</li><li>Vision
</li><li>Behavioral Health &amp; EAP
</li><li>Employee Wellness Program
</li></ul><div><b>Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow</b>
</div><div><i>We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:</i>
</div><ul><li>Basic Life Insurance
</li><li>Life and Disability Insurance
</li><li>Pension Plans
</li><li>Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
</li><li>Spot Pet Insurance
</li></ul><div><b>Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life</b>
</div><div><i>CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:</i>
</div><ul><li>Paid Leave
</li><li>Sick Leave
</li><li>Vacation Days
</li><li>Parental Leaves
</li><li>Short-Term Disability
</li><li>Religious Holidays
</li><li>Leaves
</li></ul><div><i>Reference the </i><i>Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview</i><i> or the </i><i>benefits handbook</i><i> for comprehensive details.</i></div></div></div>

Temporary Special Ed Classroom Assistant

<div><div><b>Special Ed Classroom Assistant</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>260000AD</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Mar 3, 2026, 3:24:35 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> West Side-1616 South Avers Avenue (William Penn School)</div><div></div><div><b>
Salary Range</b><b>:</b> $41,766.58 to $60,584.36</div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><b>
JOB DESCRIPTION -</b><div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
CLASS TITLE:</b> Special Education Classroom Assistant</div></div><br>
<div>
</div><div><b>CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: </b>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.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: </b>Assists Special Education<b> </b>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&rsquo; 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&rsquo; 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&rsquo; behavior; accompanies students and teachers on class field trips; attends and participates in workshops and in service training to update job related skills.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: </b>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.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>Certification Requirements</b>. 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:</div>
<ul><li>Illinois State Board of Education</li><li>Educator License Application</li><li>Work Keys</li><li>Paraprofessional Assessment</li></ul><br>
<div><b>Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill</b><b>. </b>Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, good knowledge of basic mathematics<b>.</b></div><br>
<div></div><div>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.)</div><br>
<div></div><div>Good oral and written communication skills, skill in the operation of photocopying and audio-visual equipment is highly desirable.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>Physical Requirements</b><b>. </b>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</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><div>
<b>Benefits</b>:
</div><div><b>Health &amp; Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice</b>
</div><div><i>CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:</i>
</div><ul><li>Medical Plan Options
</li><li>Pharmacy
</li><li>Dental
</li><li>Vision
</li><li>Behavioral Health &amp; EAP
</li><li>Employee Wellness Program
</li></ul><div><b>Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow</b>
</div><div><i>We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:</i>
</div><ul><li>Basic Life Insurance
</li><li>Life and Disability Insurance
</li><li>Pension Plans
</li><li>Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
</li><li>Spot Pet Insurance
</li></ul><div><b>Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life</b>
</div><div><i>CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:</i>
</div><ul><li>Paid Leave
</li><li>Sick Leave
</li><li>Vacation Days
</li><li>Parental Leaves
</li><li>Short-Term Disability
</li><li>Religious Holidays
</li><li>Leaves
</li></ul><div><i>Reference the </i><i>Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview</i><i> or the </i><i>benefits handbook</i><i> for comprehensive details.</i></div></div></div>

Special Ed Classroom Assistant

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