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lead teacher for ece

SMARTY PANTS LEARNING CENTER

<p><b>Job Summary</b><br/>We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Lead Teacher for Early Childhood Education (ECE) to inspire young learners and foster their holistic development. In this vital role, you will lead classroom activities, design engaging curricula, and create a nurturing environment that promotes curiosity, social-emotional growth, and foundational skills. Your leadership will ensure that every child receives high-quality early education aligned with best practices in childhood development and early intervention. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children&rsquo;s lives while working within a collaborative, supportive team dedicated to excellence in preschool education.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Develop and implement innovative, developmentally appropriate curricula that incorporate literacy education, math, physical education, and Montessori principles.</li><li>Lead daily classroom activities, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children of various ages, including toddlers and preschoolers.</li><li>Manage classroom routines and behavior management strategies to foster positive social interactions and emotional well-being.</li><li>Collaborate with families to support child welfare, communicate progress, and address individual needs related to special education or early intervention programs.</li><li>Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and support staff to maintain high standards of classroom management and childcare quality.</li><li>Plan lessons that integrate standardized testing preparation where appropriate, ensuring each child's developmental milestones are met through tailored instruction.</li><li>Conduct ongoing assessments of children&rsquo;s progress using observation techniques and documentation to inform lesson planning and individualized support strategies.</li></ul><p><b>Skills</b></p><ul><li>Extensive experience in early childhood education with a strong background in curriculum development, lesson planning, and classroom management.</li><li>Proven ability to work effectively with children across different age groups, including toddlers and preschoolers.</li><li>Knowledge of special education practices, early intervention strategies, and behavior management techniques.</li><li>Familiarity with Montessori methods, literacy education, math instruction, and physical education for young learners.</li><li>Excellent communication skills for engaging with children, families, colleagues, and external specialists in child welfare or tutoring roles.</li><li>Strong understanding of childhood development principles and the ability to adapt teaching approaches accordingly.</li><li>Experience working in daycare centers or private schools with a focus on preschool experience and classroom experience in early childhood settings. Join us as a Lead Teacher for ECE to shape the future by nurturing curious minds today! Your dedication will help create joyful learning experiences that empower children to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in their earliest years.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $19.00 per hour</p><p>Expected hours: 40 per week</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Lead Teacher for ECE

Tierra Encantada

<div><p><b>About Tierra Encantada</b></p><p>
Tierra Encantada, headquartered in Minneapolis, MN is the leader in Spanish immersion early education&reg;, and provides high-quality language immersion education and care to children 6 weeks through 6 years of age. At Tierra Encantada, our values fuel everything we do. We are passionate about nurturing children's growth and creating intentional learning environments that inspire curiosity and development. We celebrate the richness of diversity, embracing the unique perspectives it brings to our community. Guided by optimism, we are driven by a shared vision for a brighter future for every child, family, and team member we serve. Join us and be part of a mission-driven team that is committed to making a lasting impact-one child, one family, and one community at a time.</p><p><b>
Position Overview</b></p><p>
Tierra Encantada is the leader in Spanish immersion early education and provides high quality language immersion education to children ages 6 weeks through 6 years of age. Classroom Assistants assist Teacher(s) in the classroom.</p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Assist in creating an engaging and welcoming environment for children and families.</li><li>
Support the implementation of Tierra Encantada's curriculum and lesson plans through participation in planned activities and lessons.</li><li>
Support the Lead Teacher in daily classroom routines and scheduling including transitions, snack times, and activity preparation.</li><li>
Help maintain classroom organization by ensuring supplies are stocked and equipment is cleaned and stored properly.</li><li>
Observe and interact with children to support their individual developmental needs.</li><li>
Provide feedback to the Lead Teacher regarding children's progress and areas needing support.</li><li>
Assist in preparing materials and documentation for parent-teacher conferences.</li><li>
Maintain open and positive communication with parents to support their child's growth and development.</li><li>
Share daily updates with families as directed by the Lead Teacher.</li><li>
Build strong, collaborative relationships with co-workers and contribute to a supportive team environment.</li><li>
Must fulfill required training requirements, and support Center objectives in achieving accreditation.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><b>
Position Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Must be fluent in Spanish.</li><li>
Strong communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with families and co-workers.</li><li>
Provide a certificate of completion of an approved pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire. Employees are responsible for renewing and maintaining a valid, current CPR and pediatric first aid certification at all times</li><li>
Must have a respect for diversity and recognize that diversity makes our program better</li><li>
Must have the ability to complete annual required trainings to ensure providing high-quality early education</li><li>
Familiarity with childcare licensing requirements, safety protocols, and best practices in early education.</li></ul><p><b>
Physical Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Requires the ability to frequently walk, stand, climb stairs, crawl, sit, squat, stoop, bend, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, and twist.</li><li>
Requires the ability to carry and lift 25 pounds or less, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, run short distances, and carry and lift 25-50 pounds.</li><li>
Requires excellent long distance and near vision to monitor children's activities both indoors and outdoors in various light conditions, as well as hearing capabilities to respond to children's needs and maintain safety in a moderately noisy environment.</li></ul><p><b>
Pay and Schedule
</b></p><p>This is a full-time, nonexempt position that works Monday-Friday.</p><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul><li>
Medical insurance</li><li>
Dental insurance</li><li>
Vision insurance</li><li>
12 paid holidays</li><li>
Generous PTO package</li><li>
401(k) with employer match</li><li>
Performance bonus</li><li>
Discounted childcare and waitlist priority for enrollment</li><li>
Company paid professional development.</li></ul><p><b>
Additional Information About the Position</b></p><ul><li>
Once a job offer has been accepted, the candidate must pass a background check and fingerprinting. E-verify is used to verify work authorization status.</li></ul></div>

Childcare Classroom Assistant Bilingual Spanish/English

Chicago Public Schools

<div><div><b>Class Size Teaching Asst- 5th Grade</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P168214</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Apr 2, 2026, 3:40:55 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Far South Side-9351 South Lowe Avenue (Rudyard Kipling 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- 5th Grade

<div><div><b>Class Size Teaching Asst-1st grade</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P168211</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Apr 2, 2026, 3:39:32 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Southwest Side-6550 South Richmond Street (Marquette 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-1st grade

<div><div><b>Class Size Teaching Asst- 4th Grade</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P168213</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Apr 2, 2026, 3:43:01 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Southwest Side-5329 South Oak Park Avenue (Michael Byrne Elem)</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- 4th Grade

<div><div><b>Class Size Teaching Asst- 2nd Grade</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P168212</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Apr 2, 2026, 1:51:26 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> South Side-1556 East 56th Street (Bret Harte 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- 2nd Grade

<div><div><b>Bilingual Teacher Assistant</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P166417</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Apr 1, 2026, 12:12:44 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Southwest Side-6011 South Rockwell Street (Morrill Math and Sci Elem)</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 Bilingual</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 in English and at least one other language; and performs related duties as required.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b>: Utilizes bilingual ski8lls and 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>Training and Experience</b>. Completion of an Associate&rsquo;s degree from a college or university accredited by the North Central Association.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill</b>. Good knowledge of proper grammar and spelling in English and at least one other language, basic knowledge of mathematics, knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div>Ability to speak, write and read in English and at least one other language; 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 in English and at least one other language, 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>

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