Role OverviewThe Class Size Teaching Assistant assists in the instruction of pupils and performs 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 operate audiovisual equipment. Tutor students, assist with grading, and supervise loading and unloading of students on school buses.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The Class Size Teaching Assistant must possess good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, basic knowledge of mathematics, and knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations. The role requires the ability to work with and for school-aged children, follow written and oral instructions, and communicate effectively with the public.
Requirements
- Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent)
- Valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
- Good knowledge of proper English grammar and spelling, basic knowledge of mathematics, and knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations
- 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
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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