Chicago Public Schools
Class Size Teaching Asst-- 4th Grade
Chicago Public Schools, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary Range: $36,476.82 to $54,962.59
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third‑largest school district in the United States, serving over 340,000 students in more than 600 schools and employing nearly 36,000 people, most of whom are teachers. CPS is committed to ensuring that every student has access to a world‑class learning experience that prepares them for success in college, career, and civic life. CPS makes three commitments—to academic progress, financial stability, and integrity—and is guided by six core values: student‑centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.
POSITION OVERVIEW The Joint Class Size Assessment Council (JCSAC) allocates Class‑Size Teacher Assistant positions to address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools and other impacted schools. These positions are reviewed annually and concluded at the end of each school year. Under the general direction of the school principal and the immediate supervision of a teacher holding a valid state certificate, the assistant assists in the instruction of pupils and performs related duties as required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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
Assist students in understanding and completing classroom assignments
Assist 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
Greet and direct visitors to appropriate areas of the school
Consult with teachers regarding concerns of individual students
Operate audiovisual equipment such as cassette recorders, movie projectors, film‑strip projectors, tape recorders, and photographs
Provides tutoring services to students under the supervision of the classroom teacher
Assist in collecting and grading students’ homework assignments and examination materials under the supervision of the classroom teacher
Assist in supervising the loading and unloading of students on school buses
Assist in the receipts processing and insurance of new books under the supervision of the classroom teacher
Collect daily classroom absentee reports and contact parents and guardians to verify the causes of student absence
May assist elementary school teacher with workloads and toiletry as necessary
May assist in the supervision of the school procedure to sell public transportation passes to students
QUALIFICATIONS Education 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), 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 after successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or ParaPro).
Illinois State Board of Education
ISBN applied for link
Work Keys
ParaPro
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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, follow written and oral instructions, operate basic office equipment, and communicate effectively with the public.
Good oral and written communication skills, reading skills, and skills in operating audio‑visual equipment and personal computers are highly desirable.
Physical Requirements Light work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force often to move objects. A position is rated as Light Work (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree or when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing or pulling of arm control.
Conditions of Employment
Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency – Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment.
Complete the Class Size Teacher Assistant – Interim Assignment Acceptance Form.
Be Fully Vaccinated or Submit to Weekly COVID‑19 Testing – Employees must be fully vaccinated within 30 days of their hire date or submit to weekly testing if unvaccinated.
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
Medical Plan Options
Pharmacy
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 CPS values the well‑being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies.
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Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third‑largest school district in the United States, serving over 340,000 students in more than 600 schools and employing nearly 36,000 people, most of whom are teachers. CPS is committed to ensuring that every student has access to a world‑class learning experience that prepares them for success in college, career, and civic life. CPS makes three commitments—to academic progress, financial stability, and integrity—and is guided by six core values: student‑centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.
POSITION OVERVIEW The Joint Class Size Assessment Council (JCSAC) allocates Class‑Size Teacher Assistant positions to address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools and other impacted schools. These positions are reviewed annually and concluded at the end of each school year. Under the general direction of the school principal and the immediate supervision of a teacher holding a valid state certificate, the assistant assists in the instruction of pupils and performs related duties as required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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
Assist students in understanding and completing classroom assignments
Assist 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
Greet and direct visitors to appropriate areas of the school
Consult with teachers regarding concerns of individual students
Operate audiovisual equipment such as cassette recorders, movie projectors, film‑strip projectors, tape recorders, and photographs
Provides tutoring services to students under the supervision of the classroom teacher
Assist in collecting and grading students’ homework assignments and examination materials under the supervision of the classroom teacher
Assist in supervising the loading and unloading of students on school buses
Assist in the receipts processing and insurance of new books under the supervision of the classroom teacher
Collect daily classroom absentee reports and contact parents and guardians to verify the causes of student absence
May assist elementary school teacher with workloads and toiletry as necessary
May assist in the supervision of the school procedure to sell public transportation passes to students
QUALIFICATIONS Education 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), 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 after successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or ParaPro).
Illinois State Board of Education
ISBN applied for link
Work Keys
ParaPro
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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, follow written and oral instructions, operate basic office equipment, and communicate effectively with the public.
Good oral and written communication skills, reading skills, and skills in operating audio‑visual equipment and personal computers are highly desirable.
Physical Requirements Light work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force often to move objects. A position is rated as Light Work (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree or when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing or pulling of arm control.
Conditions of Employment
Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency – Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment.
Complete the Class Size Teacher Assistant – Interim Assignment Acceptance Form.
Be Fully Vaccinated or Submit to Weekly COVID‑19 Testing – Employees must be fully vaccinated within 30 days of their hire date or submit to weekly testing if unvaccinated.
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
Medical Plan Options
Pharmacy
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 CPS values the well‑being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies.
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