Class Size Teaching Assistant

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

The Class Size Teaching Assistant will assist in the instruction of pupils and perform related duties under the supervision of a teacher. The role is part of the Joint Class Size Assessment Council's efforts to address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools and other impacted schools.

What You Will Do

Assist in supervising students, provide security functions, assist students with classroom assignments, and perform various administrative tasks such as photocopying and duplicating materials.

Why It Might Be a Fit

To be successful in this role, the Class Size Teaching Assistant must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license, good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, and ability to work with and for school-aged children.

Requirements

  • Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent)
  • Valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education
  • Good knowledge of proper English grammar and spelling
  • Ability to work with and for school-aged children

Benefits

  • Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
  • Medical Plan Options
  • Pharmacy
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Behavioral Health & EAP
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Pension Plans
  • Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Spot Pet Insurance
  • Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
  • Paid Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Days
  • Parental Leaves
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Religious Holidays
  • Leaves
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