Substitute Teaching Assistant

Join to apply for the Substitute Teaching Assistant role at Oak Park Elementary District 97 9 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Substitute Teaching Assistant role at Oak Park Elementary District 97 Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Champions the vision of the school district Models a forward-thinking and innovative mindset Stewards public funds with a high sense of responsibility Leads with an unrelenting commitment to universal student success Demonstrates the ability to organize teams to achieve common goals Leads with an awareness of the cross-functional nature of district work Generates a culture of care for, learning with and service to the community Aspires to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality Demonstrates a passion for working with a culturally, racially linguistically diverse district team of administrators, educators and staff in all roles Actively seeks feedback, including critical feedback intended for professional growth Understands the intersection of public school leadership, student learning and equity Courageously addresses adult behavior that does not meet professional expectations Teacher Assistant Substitute Revised May 2025 Perm/contract

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Department Core Instruction FLSA Status Non-exempt Reports To Core Instruction Administration Primary Reporting Location: Assigned School Buliding Level PK-8 Compensation $120/day Date Available

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Bargaining Unit & Classification N/A Supervisory Responsibilities None Portrait Of a District 97 Leader Champions the vision of the school district Models a forward-thinking and innovative mindset Stewards public funds with a high sense of responsibility Leads with an unrelenting commitment to universal student success Demonstrates the ability to organize teams to achieve common goals Leads with an awareness of the cross-functional nature of district work Generates a culture of care for, learning with and service to the community Aspires to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality Demonstrates a passion for working with a culturally, racially linguistically diverse district team of administrators, educators and staff in all roles Actively seeks feedback, including critical feedback intended for professional growth Understands the intersection of public school leadership, student learning and equity Courageously addresses adult behavior that does not meet professional expectations About The Role The job of the Teacher Assistant Substitute is to provide support to students and teaching staff in a classroom setting. The role involves helping students, especially those with special needs, to complete educational tasks, ensuring their safety and well-being, and supporting a positive learning environment. The Teacher Assistant Substitute conducts theirself in ways that demonstrates their alignment and agreement with the district’s equity commitments as expressed in Board Policy 7:12: Ensuring Racial and Educational Equity. Essential Skills And Responsibilities Ability to lift students is required To assist students academic needs. Ability to work and communicate with students in an appropriate professional manner required Ability to work collaboratively with others Assist the classroom teacher and student(s) in daily activities Demonstrate knowledge of students' needs, including but not limited to: educational, medical, physical, sensory, speech/language, social/emotional, recreational, vocational, etc., as established by the teacher. Under the direction of the teacher, maintain student behavior by utilizing behavior management strategies Operate all equipment related to support of teacher and/or student needs: copy machine, computers, assistive technology, related OT and PT devices, other items as required Candidate Qualifications Associate's Degree, preferred Illinois Professional Educator License or Illinois Substitute Teacher License or ELS with Paraprofessional Endorsement Physical Requirements This position requires the performance of light work—which may require exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The position includes close visual acuity, frequent talking, hearing, walking and standing, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in non-hazardous environments and a clean atmosphere. The position requires indoor and outdoor supervision during varying temperatures and climatic conditions. Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Education and Training Industries Education Administration Programs Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Oak Park Elementary District 97 by 2x Get notified about new Teaching Assistant jobs in Oak Park, IL . Part Time Permanent Sub (everyday, 5 hour position, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM) Elementary Teacher, Grade 5, 1 Year Temporary Museum Educator K-12 Student Experiences Chicago, IL $43,019.00 - $74,603.00 1 month ago Kindergarten Prep Teacher - The Esplanade KINDERGARTEN Classroom Teacher SY 2025-26 Early Childhood Teacher Assistant, Part-Time (42241) K-5th Grade Teacher (External Applicants Only) Chicago, IL $64,480.00 - $77,329.00 8 months ago

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