Paraprofessional

Job Description

• [Immediate opening for April 2021, could continue for SY 2122] KIPP Academy Chicago Primary in the Austin community on Chicago's west side. This position is in-person and on-site.

• [Opening for SY 2122, beginning August 2nd, 2021] KIPP Bloom Primary in the the Englewood community on Chicago's south side. This position is in-person and on-site.

• Working individually with students to ensure the requirements of their IEPs are met

• Collaborating with Special Education teachers to ensure the requirements of students’ IEPs are met

• Collaborating with general education teachers to ensure the requirements of students’ IEPs are met

• Maintain prompt and consistent attendance to work and assigned responsibilities during daily school hours, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree OR 60 hours college coursework completed OR score of 460 or higher on the ParaPro test OR passing scores on three sections of the WorkKeys test (required)

• Illinois Paraprofessional license (preferred)

• Experience with students with diverse needs (preferred)

• Experience with low-income, urban students (preferred)

Additional Information

KIPP Chicago Schools offers a competitive compensation and benefits package:

• Salaries based on experience

• Competitive rates for medical insurance and short-term disability insurance. Dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance are offered at no cost.

• A 403(b) retirement account with matching employer contributions

• Robust professional development

Paraprofessional hiring process will include a phone interview and final interview with the school leader.

KIPP Chicago is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. KIPP Chicago does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.