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special ed classroom assist sped instruction

Chicago Public Schools

<div><div><b>Special Ed Classroom Assist (SPED Instruction)</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P167442</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Mar 3, 2026, 1:09:37 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Far South Side-10841 South Homan Avenue (Mount Greenwood 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 Assist (SPED Instruction)

<div><div><b>Special Ed Classroom Assist (Learning Disabilities)</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P167237</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Mar 2, 2026, 1:59:12 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> West Side-525 North Armour Street (James Otis 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 Assist (Learning Disabilities)

<div><div><b>SY26-26 Special Ed Classroom Assistant</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>2600009R</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Mar 2, 2026, 8:39:59 AM</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> $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>

SY26-26 Special Ed Classroom Assistant

<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)

Chicago Artists Coalition

fullTime
<br><br>
Part-time
<br>,
<br><br>
submitted by
<br>Continuing Studies
<br><br>
posted on
<br>02.24.2026
<br><br>
contact
<br>saic-cs-faculty@artic.edu
<br><b>Toy Design Camp:</b> 10 - 13 Instructor for Continuing Studies Middle School Programs
<br><br>
<b>Toy Design Camp:</b> 10 - 13 Instructor for Continuing Studies Middle School Programs
<br><br>
<b>SAIC:</b> Office of Continuing Studies
<br><br>
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
<br><br>
The mission of Continuing Studies at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago is to provide an education that harnesses the transformative power of a leading art and design school, a world-renowned museum, and a vibrant city to support the development of critical thinking, rigorous investigation, and playful creativity. Serving students ages four to adult, we believe having confidence in one’s creative abilities plays a critical role in successfully meeting the unique challenges of today’s world.
<br><br>
Learn more about teaching in Continuing Studies at SAIC.
<br><br>
ABOUT THE POSITION
<br><br>
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago's (SAIC) Middle School Program (MSP) for children ages 10-13 offers a rigorous and fun investigation into art and design materials, techniques, and ideas. Whether students are interested in drawing, painting, fashion, digital design, animation, architecture, or sculpture, our courses are designed to broaden students' education so they can be successful creative thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers in high school and beyond.
<br><br>
<b>Course Title:</b> Toy Design Camp: 10-13
<br><br>
<b>Format:</b> In Person
<br><br>
<b>Course Dates:</b> 6/29 - 7/10, No class on 7/3 (60 contact hours)
<br><br>
<b>Meeting Times:</b> Monday - Friday, 9am-4pm
<br><br>
<b>Teaching Assistant:</b> One SAIC undergraduate or graduate student will be assigned to TA the course.
<br><br>
<b>Class Capacity:</b> 15 Students
<br><br>
<b>Course Description:</b> In this exciting workshop, your child's creativity will flourish as they learn to draw, sculpt, model, mold, sew, and prototype unique toys, stuffed animals, and action figures. Campers will begin by developing their characters through traditional illustrations before transitioning to 3D media. They will draw inspiration from classic and contemporary toys and accompanying cartoons or stories. Throughout the camp, students will explore various techniques and creative approaches to bring their toy designs to life.
<br><br>
RESPONSIBILITIES
<br><br>
An Instructor is contracted to teach a Continuing Studies course and is responsible for the following:
<br><br>
Develops course outline and student supply list
<br>Sets the tone for the class, establishes guidelines and protocols for behavior and classroom activity, and provides instruction that meets the needs of all learners
<br>Submits all requested materials to the appropriate administrative offices, including new hire paperwork and/or contracts, course outline, student/class supply list, grades, student and course evaluations, etc.
<br>Attends a Continuing Studies instructor meeting
<br>Adheres to all policies outlined in the Continuing Studies Instructor Handbook
<br>Provides documentation of finished and in-progress student work
<br>Responds to all departmental communication in a timely fashion
<br><br>
<b>Note:</b> All Instructors are required to complete a background check, and Youth instructors must complete the Illinois Mandated Reporter Training.
<br><br>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
<br><br>
Regular written and spoken communication with students, teaching assistants, and CS administration.
<br>Oversight over students in the classroom and during trips to the Art Institute of Chicago.
<br><br>
Moving throughout the classroom to manage students and supplies.
<br>Maintaining classrooms and supply closets, which may include infrequent moving of furniture and heavy supplies or equipment.
<br><br>
QUALIFICATIONS
<br><br>
BA in designed objects or a related field is highly preferred
<br>At least one year of experience teaching preferred
<br>Experience writing curriculum and supply lists
<br>Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
<br>Experience working with a teaching assistant is preferred
<br><br>
HOW TO APPLY
<br><br>
Email Ashley Lamb at saic-cs-faculty@artic.edu no later than Wednesday, March 11th, with a resume/CV, images of relevant work samples and images of past student work if applicable. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
<br><br>
<b>Contact Info:</b><br>
Ashley Lamb
<br>saic-cs-faculty@artic.edu
<br><br>
<b>Job Type:</b> Freelance/Contract/Temp
<br><br>
<b>Compensation:</b> Starting rate $1,620/per credit rate
<br><br>
<b>Location:</b> Chicago, IL

Toy Design Camp: 10 - 13 Instructor for Continuing Studies Middle School Programs

DePaul University

<div><div><b>The Highlights:
</b></div><p>As a member of the Reference, Instruction, and Academic Engagement team, the Science and Data Services Librarian will serve as a liaison to the departments of Biological Sciences, Neuroscience, Chemistry &amp; Biochemistry, Physics &amp; Astrophysics, Mathematical Sciences, and Geography &amp; GIS and will play a key role in developing programmatic support of numerical and geospatial data services, including facilitating access to data resources and providing research and instruction support to faculty and students in their use across the curriculum. The position will also collaborate with the Scholarly Communications Librarian and others to support Open Science initiatives on campus.
</p><p>The Science and Data Services Librarian will work in a highly-supportive and collegial culture that encourages active participation in meaningful and valuable skills training and professional development. This includes workshops, committee memberships, and engagement in programs that support the Library&rsquo;s mission and its inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility goals, while building connections and partnerships across DePaul&rsquo;s wider academic and user community.<br>
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</p><p><b>What You'll Do:
</b></p><ul><li>Liaison Responsibilities, Research Support, and Instruction
<ul><li>Builds strong working relationships with faculty, students, and staff in assigned areas to understand user needs and facilitate integration of library resources into curricula and research projects across departments, institutes, and centers.
</li><li>Provides reference and research support across multiple formats and venues (e.g. in-person, online chat, Zoom or phone).
</li><li>Develops and delivers in-person and virtual library instruction sessions, training workshops, orientations, and other programming to build users&rsquo; information literacy skills and promote the use of information resources. Participates in the Library&rsquo;s programmatic instruction program supporting students enrolled in first-year writing courses.
</li><li>Creates and develops research guides (&ldquo;LibGuides&rdquo;), online tutorials, and other learning objects that support sciences or cross-disciplinary subject areas, courses, and research activities.
</li><li>In assigned subject areas, builds and maintains collections in a variety of formats that support the current and future teaching, learning, and research needs of DePaul&rsquo;s diverse academic community. Manages library collection funds and monitors budgets in assigned subject areas.
</li></ul></li><li>Data Services
<ul><li>Provides consultation, research support, and instruction in the discovery and use of statistical, numerical, and GIS data resources to the broad campus community.
</li><li>Collaborates with instructors to support the development of students&rsquo; data literacy skills and facilitate the use of data in their classes.
</li><li>Consults with researchers and develops workshops and training sessions on best practices for research data management and sharing, data visualization, and analysis.
</li><li>Evaluates and selects data-related resources and subscriptions as part of the overall collection development strategy.
</li><li>Participates in outreach initiatives aimed at enhancing awareness of data information literacy, resources, and services.
</li></ul></li><li>Open Sciences and Scholarly Communication
<ul><li>Partners with the Scholarly Communication Librarian in implementing open access initiatives and expanding library support for open and public scholarship at DePaul University.
</li><li>Support researchers to make output from their research open, including publications, preprints, and data.
</li><li>Participate in outreach efforts related to open science, the institutional repository, and transformative agreements.
</li><li>Develops programming and documentation on publishing topics, including open data and open science, and works collaboratively with librarians and across the university to promote and support knowledge equity and open access opportunities.
</li><li>Assists science faculty in adopting and creating open educational resources and promotes open pedagogy practices, including renewable assignments and student knowledge creation.
</li></ul></li><li>Professional Development &amp; Service Activities
<ul><li>Keeps up-to-date on the latest developments and best practices in academic librarianship, higher education, and emerging technology through participation in relevant professional organizations, conferences, workshops.
</li><li>Serves on library-wide committees, task forces, or working groups and professional development activities and initiatives.
</li></ul></li>This position will be based primarily at the John T. Richardson Library in Lincoln Park. The position requires occasional travel to DePaul&rsquo;s Loop Campus in downtown Chicago.<br>
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<div><div><b>What You'll Need:
</b></div><ul><li>Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent) required. Bachelor&rsquo;s and/or second master&rsquo;s degree in a field related to science or data preferred.
</li><li>Two (2) years of professional library experience, including at least one year of instruction and reference services or research support in an academic library required.
</li><li>Coursework or demonstrated knowledge and experience with data services, with particular focus on research practices relating to data discovery, data information literacy, geographic information systems, and data management.
</li><li>Familiarity with scientific research practices and science information resources in multiple formats. Experience working with science faculty, students and/or researchers in an academic library setting is preferred.
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to communicate and effectively interact with people across cultural identities and foster an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment.
</li><li>Knowledge of national and international trends in scholarly communication and data services.
</li><li>Familiarity with data management requirements of federal agencies
</li></ul><div></div><div><b>The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $56,222 to $68,964.97.
</b></div><div>The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.<br>
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<b>Perks:
</b></p><ul><li>Working for a stable and well-known University.
</li><li>Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
</li><li>Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
</li><li>Tuition waivers for employees <i>and </i>dependents.
</li><li>Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
</li><li>Full-Time Benefits
</li></ul><div><b>For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.
</b></div><p><b>Vincentian Mission:
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Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.
</p></div><div><p><b>Required Background Check:
</b></p><div>Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.<br>
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<b>DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer </b>. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.</p></div></div></div></div>

Science & Data Services Librarian (On-site)

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>

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