Instructional Aide - 2026/2027 School Year (Donoghue Campus)

About the Campus:

Serving pre-kindergarten through 5th grade, Donoghue is the second public elementary campus of the University of Chicago Charter School Corporation. Donoghue, which opened in 2005, is a college preparatory campus committed to professional development, inquiry, and high expectations for all staff and students. Donoghue serves as a catalyst for community building by offering programs for students and families beyond the school day.

The University of Chicago Charter School Corporation expects our teachers and staff to enable each and every one of our students to learn and achieve at high levels. Learning is demanding intellectual work that depends on good instruction, comprehensive academic and social supports, and a school culture of high expectations, all of which is made possible by the best individual and collaborative efforts of our teachers and staff.

Position Summary:

The Instructional Aide will be responsible for assisting the teacher in an elementary classroom through clerical support, planning assistance, student engagement and providing direct student supervision during non-instructional times.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide instructional support to individual students or small groups under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Review classroom material and assist with special projects under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assist students in understanding and completing classroom assignments
• Monitor students in the early bird program, classrooms, hallways, lunchrooms, during recess and on playgrounds.
• Assist classroom teacher with preparing materials, setting up displays, and maintaining an organized, safe learning environment.
• Consult with teachers regarding concerns of individual students.

Position Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (GED equivalent) or Associate’s Degree. Two years of college preferred. ISBE Paraprofessional licensure required.
• At least 3 years of experience working in and with urban communities
• At least 2 years of experience working with elementary school-age children in an urban public-school setting and/or youth organization
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate and build respectful relationships with parents and caregivers
• Collaborative, goal-oriented, mission-driven, accountable, responsible, self-managed, and self-motivated
• Commitment to the success and achievement of all students.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, staff, students, parents, and community partners.
• Ability to communicate clearly with multiple stakeholders.

Salary Range:$33,949.00 - $42,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University of Chicago Charter School's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. The salary will be commensurate of years of experience and education.

Benefits

UChicago Charter School offers a wide range of benefits programs for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits guide.

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