Bilingual Teacher Assistant

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes bilingual skills and 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
• Assists students in understanding and completing classroom assignments
• Affords assistance to teachers in preparing bulletin boards and displaying students' work in classrooms
• Operates photocopying and duplicating machines to reproduce educational materials
• Affords assistance in maintaining the orderly arrangement of classrooms
• Greets and directs visitors to appropriate areas of the school
• Consults with teachers regarding concerns of individual students
• Operates audio-visual equipment such as video cassette recorders, movie projectors, film strip projectors, tape recorders, and phonographs
• Provides tutoring services to students under the supervision of the classroom teacher
• Affords assistance in collecting and grading students' homework assignments and examination materials under the supervision of the classroom teacher
• Affords assistance in supervising the loading and unloading of students on school buses
• Affords assistance in the receipt, processing, and issuance of new books under the supervision of the classroom teacher
• Collects daily classroom absentee reports and contacts 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

Requirements

• Completion of an Associate’s degree from a college or university accredited by the North Central Association
• 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

Qualifications

Training and Experience: Completion of an Associate’s degree from a college or university accredited by the North Central Association.

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

Benefits

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.