Teacher Assistant

CLASS

TITLE:

Teacher Assistant Bilingual

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a teacher holding a valid state certificate directly engaged in teaching subject matter or conducting activities, assists in the instruction of pupils in English and at least one other language; and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Utilize bilingual skills and assist in the supervision of students during lunchroom and playground activities, provide 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, operate photocopying and duplicating machines to reproduce educational materials, assist 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 audio‑visual equipment such as video cassette recorders, movie projectors, film strip projectors, tape recorders, and phonographs;

provide 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 receipt, processing, and issuance of new books under the supervision of the classroom teacher; collect daily classroom absentee reports and contact parents and guardians to verify causes of student absences;

may assist elementary school teachers with wraps and toilet recesses as necessary; may assist in the supervision of the school procedure to sell public transportation passes to students.

• Training and
  
  Experience:
  
  Completion of an Associate’s degree from a college or university accredited by the North Central Association.
• Knowledge, Abilities, and
  
  Skills:
  
  Good knowledge of proper grammar and spelling in English and at least one other language, basic knowledge of mathematics, knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations.
• Ability to speak, write, and read in English and at least one other language; 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.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other language, good reading skills, skill in operating audio‑visual equipment and personal computers is highly desirable.

Light work:
Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, or up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force frequently to move objects. Even though the weight of force moved may be only a negligible amount, a position should be rated as Light Work (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree;

or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing or pulling of arm controls.

• Health & Wellness:
  Your Care, Your Choice — CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You’ll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs.
• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program
• Financial Security:
  Planning for Today and Tomorrow — We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options.
• 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.
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Days
• Parental Leaves
• Short-Term Disability
• Religious Holidays
• Leaves
• Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.

Posting Date: Feb 17, 2026, 10:16:17 AM

Primary

Location:

Southwest Side-2701 South Shields Avenue (James Ward School)

Salary Range: $36,476.82 to $54,962.59