Class Size Teaching Assistant

The Class Size Teacher Assistant will assist in the instruction of pupils and perform related duties under the general direction of the school principal and under the immediate supervision of a teacher. The role involves assisting in the supervision of students, providing security functions, and assisting teachers in preparing bulletin boards and displaying students' work. The Class Size Teacher Assistant will also assist in maintaining the orderly arrangement of classrooms, greet and direct visitors, and consult with teachers regarding concerns of individual students.

What You Will Do

Assists in the supervision of students during lunchroom and playground activities, provides security functions, assists students in understanding and completing classroom assignments, and assists teachers in preparing bulletin boards and displaying students' work.

Why It Might Be a Fit

To be successful in this role, the Class Size Teacher Assistant must possess good knowledge of proper 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, operate basic office equipment, and communicate effectively with the public.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent)
• Certification Requirements: Must possess a 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