School Aide 1:1

Starting Date: Aug 6, 2026 Job Description Akiba‑Schechter Jewish Day School, located in Hyde Park Chicago, is seeking a full‑time, hourly 1:1 School Aide to support a 2nd grade student with significant social/emotional and academic challenges. The aide will integrate fully into the classroom, collaborate with the student’s family, teachers, and administrators, and help the student thrive academically and socially. Hourly wage $25‑30, commensurate with experience. Responsibilities Assist the student in daily classroom activities, lessons, and socialization. Implement strategies to help the student maintain a well‑regulated and safe body. Assist with de‑escalation tactics when the student becomes dysregulated. Praise the student for pro‑social, situationally appropriate behavior and hard work. Communicate regularly with parents and faculty regarding the student’s progress toward specific goals. Assist with transitions between classroom, lunch, recess, arrival, and dismissal. Qualifications College graduate or paraprofessional certification. Extensive experience with ADHD and LD children. Comfort and confidence implementing techniques to help the student stay focused and well‑regulated. Patience, kindness, good communication skills, and openness to feedback. Preferred Skills Wilson Reading Systems experience/training. SLP or OT experience/training. Special Education experience/training. Graduate degree in social work, psychology, special education, or counseling. Benefits Licensure‑specific supervision (LMFT, LCSW). 8 sick days. Holiday breaks congruent with the school calendar. Subsidized healthcare. Generous bonus upon completion of the school year. Typical hours: 8:15 am‑3:30 pm Monday‑Thursday; 8:15 am‑2:30 pm Friday. Monthly after‑school staff meetings, 3:45‑4:45 pm. Start date: 8/24/2026. End date: 6/10/2027. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education