Special Ed Classroom Assistant
Chicago Public SchoolsChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted December 22, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest public school district in the United States, operating more than 600 schools and serving over 340,000 students throughout the city of Chicago. The district is dedicated to delivering high-quality, inclusive education that prepares students for college, career, and life, and actively recruits teachers, administrators, and support staff to transform urban education. CPS distinguishes itself through a steadfast commitment to equity, innovation, and community partnership, positioning it as a model for public schools nationwide.
Job Description
Assists Special Education teachers in elementary and high schools in reinforcing efforts with children with various disabilities, including physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, emotional impairments, and mental impairments in accordance with each students’ Individual Education Program (IEP).
Requirements
- Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
- Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, good knowledge of basic mathematics
- Ability to work with and for students with various disabilities, ages birth to twenty-one (21) years of age
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions and direction
- Ability to complete and maintain basic written reports