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Get Access To All JobsClass Size Teaching Asst-1st grade
Job Number: P168211
Posting Date: Apr 2, 2026, 3:39:32 PM
Primary Location: Southwest Side-6550 South Richmond Street (Marquette School)
Salary Range: $36,476.82 to $54,962.59
JOB DESCRIPTION -
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving over 340,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 36,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments – 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 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 and performs related duties as required.
The Class Size Teacher Assistant will be held accountable for the following 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 card
- Provides security functions within the school, such as tracking corridors and reviewing student identification card
- 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 busses.
- 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 wraps and toilet as necessary
- May assist in the supervision of the school procedure to sell public transportation passes to students
To be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Class Size Teacher Assistant must possess the following 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 successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or ParaPro). Also refer to:
- 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, 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, good reading skills, skills in operating audio-visual equipment and personal computers is 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. 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 control.
Conditions of Employment:
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
- 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 with the district.
- Completion of the Class Size Teacher Assistant - Interim Assignment Acceptance Form is required for this position
- Be Fully Vaccinated or Submit to Weekly COVID-19 Testing - Employees are required to be fully vaccinated within 30 days of their hire date. Full vaccination is defined as at least two weeks after your second shot of a two-shot vaccination course, or at least two weeks after a one-shot vaccination course. Unvaccinated staff must submit to weekly testing.
Benefits:
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.
Class Size Teaching Asst-1st grade
Job Number: P168211
Posting Date: Apr 2, 2026, 3:39:32 PM
Primary Location: Southwest Side-6550 South Richmond Street (Marquette School)
Salary Range: $36,476.82 to $54,962.59
JOB DESCRIPTION -
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving over 340,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 36,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments – 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 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 and performs related duties as required.
The Class Size Teacher Assistant will be held accountable for the following 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 card
- Provides security functions within the school, such as tracking corridors and reviewing student identification card
- 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 busses.
- 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 wraps and toilet as necessary
- May assist in the supervision of the school procedure to sell public transportation passes to students
To be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Class Size Teacher Assistant must possess the following 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 successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or ParaPro). Also refer to:
- 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, 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, good reading skills, skills in operating audio-visual equipment and personal computers is 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. 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 control.
Conditions of Employment:
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
- 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 with the district.
- Completion of the Class Size Teacher Assistant - Interim Assignment Acceptance Form is required for this position
- Be Fully Vaccinated or Submit to Weekly COVID-19 Testing - Employees are required to be fully vaccinated within 30 days of their hire date. Full vaccination is defined as at least two weeks after your second shot of a two-shot vaccination course, or at least two weeks after a one-shot vaccination course. Unvaccinated staff must submit to weekly testing.
Benefits:
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Teaching Jobs at Chicago Public Schools Jobs
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
Illinois requires state licensure to teach in public schools. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a foreign credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before submitting applications. CPS will need to confirm your qualifications meet Illinois State Board of Education requirements.
Target subject areas with persistent shortages
CPS regularly posts openings in special education, bilingual education, and STEM subjects. Focusing your applications on these shortage areas improves your chances of finding a principal or hiring manager willing to initiate the sponsorship process on your behalf.
Understand how the school year affects hiring timelines
CPS hiring peaks between February and May for the following academic year. If your visa status has a hard expiration date, time your applications so an offer and H-1B filing can be completed before the October 1 cap-subject start date.
Ask HR explicitly about cap-exempt H-1B eligibility
As a public school district, CPS may qualify as a cap-exempt H-1B employer under the nonprofit or government research institution exemption. If it does, H-1B petitions can be filed year-round without lottery, which removes a major timing risk for your job start date.
Prepare your documentation for PERM early if targeting a Green Card
EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship requires DOL PERM labor certification, which can take a year or more. If a long-term pathway matters to you, raise it with CPS HR during the offer stage so the process can start alongside your initial H-1B petition.
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Find Teaching at Chicago Public Schools JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Chicago Public Schools sponsor H-1B visas for Teachers?
Yes, Chicago Public Schools sponsors H-1B visas for Teaching roles. CPS has an established process for working with international teachers, particularly in high-need subject areas like special education, bilingual instruction, and STEM. Because CPS is a large public district, it's worth confirming with HR whether your specific role qualifies for cap-exempt H-1B filing, which would allow petitions outside the annual lottery window.
How do I apply for Teaching jobs at Chicago Public Schools?
Applications for Teaching positions at CPS are submitted through the district's official careers portal. You'll need a current Illinois Professional Educator License or documentation showing you're in the process of obtaining one. For international applicants, having a foreign credential evaluation ready and a clear summary of your teaching experience in your subject area will strengthen your application from the start.
Which visa types does Chicago Public Schools commonly use for Teaching roles?
CPS sponsors H-1B visas for most international teachers and also supports F-1 OPT and CPT for candidates completing U.S.-based education programs. For teachers seeking permanent residence, CPS has used EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa categories, which require PERM labor certification through the DOL. TN visas are an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals whose teaching specialty falls under eligible USMCA classifications.
What qualifications does Chicago Public Schools expect for Teaching roles?
CPS requires an Illinois Professional Educator License for most classroom positions, which means you'll need a qualifying bachelor's degree and completion of an approved teacher preparation program. For international applicants, your foreign degree must be evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluation agency to confirm it's equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree. Subject-matter expertise matters significantly in shortage areas like special education and bilingual education.
How do I find Teaching jobs at Chicago Public Schools that offer visa sponsorship?
The most efficient approach is to search on Migrate Mate, which filters Teaching openings at CPS by verified sponsor history so you're not applying blind. CPS posts new Teaching roles frequently, especially in the spring hiring cycle for the following school year, so setting up alerts for your subject area and checking regularly will help you catch openings as soon as they're live.
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