Student Worker (Ages 16 & Older)

Job Description - Student Worker (Ages 16 & Older) (260002AH)

Student Worker (Ages 16 & Older)

Job Number:

260002AH

Job Posting

: Sep 1, 2026, 12:31:10 AM

Primary Location

: North/Northwest Side-6239 North Leavitt Street (Stone Scholastic Academy)

Organization

: Elementary School

Benefits Handbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LFtgRZWEJ6P1M3dhLRSLpzCdh8uvwZrr/view

JOB DESCRIPTION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Student Workers

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third largest school district in the United States, serving over 330,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 36,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability and integrity. Five core principles are embedded within these commitments - high-quality, rigorous instruction, talented and empowered educators, safety and support, financial stability and collective impact.

Job Summary: The Chicago Public Schools utilizes temporary part-time seasonal support in school-based positions. Duties are identified by the Out of School Time Coordinator following the application process. Positions require reliable student workers who are able to provide support in areas as requested by administrators. Each student staff is responsible for the effective implementation of OST programs and activities in the areas of academic achievement and education, sports and physical activities, recreation, mentoring, social emotional learning and technology. In addition, he/she shall assist the OST Coordinator in the execution of other activities and programs as needed.

This student employee position will be compensated for time worked on an hourly basis. The work schedule for this role will consist of an estimated 10 hours per week - 3 to 5 days per week for the remainder of the current school year and ending June 11, 2027.

The Student Workers will complete duties such as the following:

• Light building maintenance.

• Deliver supplies and/or equipment to program areas.

• Maintain stock in the cafeteria.

• Support class teachers.

The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are preferred:

• Ability to apply critical thinking skills when faced with challenges in order to problem solve and arrive at a solution

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to collaborate with school staff and peer students as an active member of a team

• Proficient in the use of digital technology (ex: basic computers skills)

• Capable of maintaining professionalism in various situations

• Strong work ethic and drive to successfully complete assigned tasks

In order to qualify for this student worker position, candidates must be actively enrolled as a CPS student. A valid work permit will be required for students under the age of 16.