Teaching Assistant

High Jump

Chicago, IL

Job Summary

Location: Teachers Assistants and staff at High Jump will work in person at 1 of 3 campuses
- University of Chicago Lab Schools (5835 South Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637)
- Latin School of Chicago (59 W North Blvd, Chicago, IL 60610)
- Francis W. Parker (330 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614)
Time: 7:45 am - 2:45 pm.
Dates:
- September 26, 2026
- October 3, 2026
- October 17, 2026
- October 24, 2026
- November 14, 2026
- December 5, 2026
- December 12, 2026
- January 9, 2027
- January 23, 2027
- February 20, 2027
- March 6, 2027
- April 3, 2027
- April 10, 2027
- April 24, 2027
- May 1, 2027
- May 15 , 2027
Professional Development: We will hold 1 day of professional development for all teachers and staff; please tentatively hold the following date: September 19, 2026

Responsibilities and Duties

Each TA will support 5 sections of students each day for 60 minutes each (there is a 5 minute movement/transition break between periods).
In addition to assisting the teacher and students in the classroom, TAs will supervise breakfast and lunch. Lunch will be split in two sections depending on the cohort. As one cohort is eating lunch, the other cohort will attend gym for a movement period. Cohorts then switch halfway. TAs are expected to assist with arrival and dismissal procedures as outlined at their specific campus and take attendance during each class.
TAs will attend weekly faculty meetings as indicated in the professional development schedule.

Qualifications and Skills

Must be an alumni of High Jump
Must be 16 years of age
Strong commitment to working with middle school students
A willingness to learn, collaborate, and accept feedback
Ability to take on responsibilities such as assisting with small group lessons, arrival/dismissal, and supervision of students
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build rapport with middle and high school age students, and attend all sessions

If you have questions, please reach out to Michelle Estrella, [email protected]. Thank you!

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