Role OverviewAssists in the instruction of pupils and performs related duties under the general direction of the school principal and under the immediate supervision of a teacher. The Class Size Teacher Assistant will be held accountable for various responsibilities including supervising students, providing security functions, and assisting teachers with tasks.
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 operates audiovisual equipment.
Why It Might Be a Fit
To be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, 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.
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
- Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
- Paid Leave
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Days
- Parental Leaves
- Short-Term Disability
- Religious Holidays
- Leaves
- Basic Life Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Pension Plans
- Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Spot Pet Insurance
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