Paraprofessional

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Title: Paraprofessional

Company: Chicago Youth Centers (CYC)

Website: chicagoyouthcenters.org

Compensation: $18 - $19 per hour

Classification: Full Time; Non-Exempt

Reports to: Senior Director of Early Childhood Education

Supervisor Responsibilities: No

Location: CYC Centro Nuestro Center at 3222 W. Division St (Chicago, IL)

Schedule: 8:30a - 5:00p; Monday - Friday; schedule varies depending on program needs

Purpose: The Paraprofessional assists with providing a smooth functioning classroom environment in which all children can take advantage of the instructional program and available resources. Our Paraprofessionals provide additional support in the Early Childhood classrooms where pre-school children diagnosed with moderate to severe disabilities are enrolled.

Responsibilities:

• The paraprofessional’s goal is to assist in providing a well-organized, smooth functioning classroom environment in which all children can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials.
• Engage in positive interaction with other members of the instructional team, including educators, therapists, family members, administrators, and other paraprofessionals.
• Assist classroom personnel in assuring the safety and well-being of all children in the classroom
• Assist classroom personnel in implementing classroom curriculum in accordance with Head Start and Early Head Start performance standards or individual childcare program standards
• Implement teacher-designed instruction
• Assist classroom personnel in meeting the specific needs of children with disabilities included in the classroom activities
• Assist classroom personnel in communicating with parents, family members, and other program participants
• Assist classroom personnel in communicating with CPS special educators or Early Intervention providers

Willing to embrace and demonstrate CYC’s Mantras:

• ATTITUDE MATTERS - Positivity begins with me. My attitude has the power to influence my environment and inspire those around me. I aim to be enthusiastic, optimistic, and kind—even when things get hard.
• CARE FOR REAL - I will take every opportunity to show that I truly care. I commit to serving children and families, my co-workers and my community. I will think, care and act in a respectful manner to uplift and support others.
• OWN IT - I will never say, “That’s not my job.” When I see something that needs to be done, I will assign myself and do it. I will make a commitment to carry out my job responsibilities and assignments with consistency, dependability, and respect.
• PUSH FORWARD - I will be determined and progressive in thought and action. I will press on when problems arise and find innovative ways to solve issues. I will continuously learn and be open to the ideas of others.