Frontline Applicant Tracking - Chicago Heights School District 170

Openings as of 4/27/2025

CAFETERIA

JobID: 3740

Position Type:
  Cafeteria Porter


Date Posted:
  2/4/2025


Location:
  Washington McKinley School


  


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Openings as of 4/27/2025

TEACHER (K-5)

JobID: 3712

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching


Date Posted:
  2/4/2025


Location:
  Washington McKinley School


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SCHOOL DISTRICT 170
 
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS
 
TITLE:                            Standard Classroom Teacher
 
QUALIFICATIONS:        An appropriate, valid, Illinois State Teaching Credential to teach grades K-8 in a self-contained classroom.  Grade 5 through 8 teachers must hold an endorsement in their assigned subject(s).
 
JOB SUMMARY:            To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for upper                                             grade education in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.
 
REPORTS TO:              Principal and other administrative personnel.
 
SUPERVISES:             Classroom assistants, when applicable.
 
                        
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:    Salary based on Chicago Heights School District 170 and American Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 604, Chicago Heights Council contractual agreement.
 
PENSION SYSTEM:        TRS
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
1. The teacher shall act as an advocate for exceptional children so that they might be guaranteed a free, appropriate, public education.

2. The specific duties and responsibilities of teachers include, but are not limited to the following:
 
1. To meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.

2. To develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the Association.

3. To prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence or preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.

4. To involve students in establishing and maintaining acceptable standards of classroom behavior.

5. To employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

6. To strive to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

7. To take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

8. To evaluate student progress on a regular basis.

9. To maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.

10. To assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board Policy.

11. To make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.

12. To attend and participate in faculty meetings.

13. To cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives and methods.

14. To assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

15. To work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and the behavioral progress of all assigned students.

16. To establish and maintain cooperative relations with others.

17. To provide for professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences and/or advanced course work as institutions of higher learning.

18. To perform other related duties as assigned by the building administrator.

19. Organize & supervise approved field trips to enhance classroom learning.

20. Use effective presentation skills when employing direct instruction, including appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and examples, clear & legible visuals, and articulate & audible speech.

21. Use excellent written & oral English skills when communicating w/students, parents, & colleagues.

22. Serve as a role model for students, dressing & grooming professionally, demonstrating the importance & relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, & demonstrating pride in the honorable profession of teaching.

23. Assist with the preparation, monitoring, & following of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for selected students assigned to the class.





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Openings as of 4/27/2025

Bilingual Special Education Resource Teacher K-5

JobID: 3495

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Special Education


Date Posted:
  2/4/2025


Location:
  Washington McKinley School


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QUALIFICATIONS: An appropriate, valid, Illinois State Teaching Credential to teach grades K-8 in a self-contained/resource classroom.  Special Education teachers must hold an endorsement in their assigned area.  Be fluent in Spanish (both oral and written).

JOB SUMMARY: To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for upper grade education in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

REPORTS TO: Principal, Assistant Superintendent of Special Services, and other administrative personnel.

SUPERVISES: Classroom assistants, when applicable.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, benefits, and work year as established in the Teachers’ Contract. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Direct Service:
 
1. Establish rapport with and develop individual techniques to motivate and manage each student.
2. Provide a structured program of academic and activities with sufficient flexibility to hold interest and meet needs.
3. Individualize instruction to facilitate optimum delivery of instruction in all academic areas.

2. Administration:
 
1. Plan, implement and evaluate the Individual Educational Plan (IEP) for each child.
2. Update IEP goals and objectives for annual reviews and trimester report cards.
3. Prepare all reports required by administration.
4. Prepare detailed lesson plans for each major subject area incorporating grade level curriculum and standards while making the necessary medications and accommodations to address individual student needs.

3. Communication:
 
1. Attend staffings of students assigned to class and/or resource program.
2. Collaborate with classroom paraprofessional and 1:1 facilitator regarding roles and responsibilities within the classroom and with students.
3. Meet with social worker, psychologist and other personnel to maintain ongoing assessment of children’s progress.
4. Collaborate with general education teachers if students are being mainstreamed (as a self-contained teacher) or if they are in the general education environment and receiving resource support services.
5. Assist with self-help and self care skills.
6. Sanitize materials/equipment in accordance with Board policy.
7. Perform all duties assigned by the building principal.
 





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Openings as of 4/27/2025

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

JobID: 3701

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Special Education


Date Posted:
  2/4/2025


Location:
  Washington McKinley School


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QUALIFICATIONS: An appropriate, valid, Illinois State Teaching Credential to teach grades K-8 in a self-contained/resource classroom.  Special Education teachers must hold an endorsement in their assigned area.

JOB SUMMARY: To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for upper grade education in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

REPORTS TO: Principal, Assistant Superintendent of Special Services, and other administrative personnel.

SUPERVISES: Classroom assistants, when applicable.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, benefits, and work year as established in the Teachers’ Contract. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Direct Service:
1. Establish rapport with and develop individual techniques to motivate and manage each student.
2. Provide a structured program of academic and activities with sufficient flexibility to hold interest and meet needs.
3. Individualize instruction to facilitate optimum delivery of instruction in all academic areas.

2. Administration:
1. Plan, implement and evaluate the Individual Educational Plan (IEP) for each child.
2. Update IEP goals and objectives for annual reviews and trimester report cards.
3. Prepare all reports required by administration.
4. Prepare detailed lesson plans for each major subject area incorporating grade level curriculum and standards while making the necessary modifications and accommodations to address individual student needs.
5. Maintain service delivery logs (as a resource teacher) for each IEP student.

3. Communication:
1. Attend staffings of students assigned to class and/or resource program.
2. Collaborate with classroom paraprofessional and 1:1 facilitator regarding roles and responsibilities within the classroom and with students.
3. Meet with social worker, psychologist and other personnel to maintain ongoing assessment of children’s progress.
4. Collaborate with general education teachers if students are being mainstreamed (as a self-contained teacher) or if they are in the general education environment and receiving resource support services.
5. Assist with self-help and self care skills.
6. Sanitize materials/equipment in accordance with Board policy.
7. Perform all duties assigned by the building principal.





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Openings as of 4/27/2025

1:1 Facilitator

JobID: 3733

Position Type:
  Support Staff/1:1 Facilitator


Date Posted:
  2/4/2025


Location:
  Washington McKinley School


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SCHOOL DISTRICT 170
 
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS
 
TITLE:                            1-on-1 Facilitator
 
QUALIFICATIONS:        High School Diploma or equivalent.
 
JOB SUMMARY:            To work closely with an exceptional student on a regular basis in an effort to provide him/her with an environment in which he/she can take full advantage of the instructional program.
 
REPORTS TO:               Classroom Teacher, Principal, and other administrators.
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:    Salary, benefits, and work year as established in the Board of Education.
 
PENSION SYSTEM:                IMRF
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
1.    Assists the assigned student with self-help and self-care skills such as moving from room to room, using the lavatory, and toileting assistance, etc.
 
2.    Performs simple errands and tasks for the student such as sharpening pencils, carrying lunch trays, etc.
 
3.    Accompanies the student to the office or to other areas of the building if appropriate.
 
4.    Establishes a positive relationships with the student encouraging independent functioning without fostering emotional involvement.  
 
5.    Serves as a resource persona to the student personnel evaluation team conferring about student to whom assigned.
 
6.    Participates in professional development as it relates to his/her job/student assignment.
 
7.    Facilitates the integration of the special education student into the regular classroom.
 
8.    Establishes cooperative relationships with other staff members.
 
9.    Helps the student maintain limits which define or structure a situation in a positive manner.
 
10.    Cooperates with the teacher to create positive solutions to problems.
 
11.    Helps the child to develop appropriate personal and interpersonal skills.
 
12.    Maintains flexible attitude and approach towards classroom situations.
 
13.     Shows a genuine concern and respect for the student(s).
 
14.    Helps to supervise the arrival and dismissal of students to and from school, including walkers and those provided with bus transportation.
 
15.    If specified in the student’s IEP/504, the facilitator may be requested to ride the bus both to and from school.
 
16.    Sanitize materials/equipment in accordance with program and board policy.
 
17.    When the assigned student is not in need of assistance or absent, the facilitator should circulate and assist other students in the classroom, as needed.
 
18.    Carries out other appropriate activities as assigned by the teacher.
 
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Openings as of 4/27/2025

1:1 Facilitator (Bilingual)

JobID: 3734

Position Type:
  Support Staff/1:1 Facilitator


Date Posted:
  2/4/2025


Location:
  Washington McKinley School


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QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent.

JOB SUMMARY: To work closely with an exceptional student on a regular basis in an effort to provide him/her with an environment in which he/she can take full advantage of the instructional program.

REPORTS TO: Classroom Teacher, Principal, and other administrators.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, benefits, and work year as established in the Board of Education.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists the assigned student with self-help and self-care skills such as moving from room to room, using the lavatory, and toileting assistance, etc.
2. Performs simple errands and tasks for the student such as sharpening pencils, carrying lunch trays, etc.
3. Accompanies the student to the office or to other areas of the building if appropriate.
4. Establishes a positive relationships with the student encouraging independent functioning without fostering emotional involvement.  
5. Serves as a resource persona to the student personnel evaluation team conferring about student to whom assigned.
6. Participates in professional development as it relates to his/her job/student assignment.
7. Facilitates the integration of the special education student into the regular classroom.
8. Establishes cooperative relationships with other staff members.
9. Helps the student maintain limits which define or structure a situation in a positive manner.
10. Cooperates with the teacher to create positive solutions to problems.
11. Helps the child to develop appropriate personal and interpersonal skills.
12. Maintains flexible attitude and approach towards classroom situations.
13. Shows a genuine concern and respect for the student(s).
14. Helps to supervise the arrival and dismissal of students to and from school, including walkers and those provided with bus transportation.
15. If specified in the student’s IEP/504, the facilitator may be requested to ride the bus both to and from school.
16. Sanitize materials/equipment in accordance with program and board policy.
17. When the assigned student is not in need of assistance or absent, the facilitator should circulate and assist other students in the classroom, as needed.
18. Carries out other appropriate activities as assigned by the teacher.




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Openings as of 4/27/2025

PARAPROFESIONAL

JobID: 3735

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Paraprofessional


Date Posted:
  2/4/2025


Location:
  Washington McKinley School


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SCHOOL DISTRICT 170
 
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS
 
TITLE:                            Classroom Paraprofessional
 
QUALIFICATIONS:        Valid paraprofessional license issued by the State of Illinois and registered in Region 07 South Cook ISC4
 
JOB SUMMARY:            To work closely with individuals or small groups of exceptional students on a regular basis in an effort to provide them with an environment in which they can take full advantage of the instructional program.
 
REPORTS TO:               Classroom Teacher, Principal, and other administrators.
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:    Salary based on Chicago Heights School District 170 and American Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 604, Chicago Heights Council contractual agreement.
 
PENSION SYSTEM:        IMRF
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
1. Assists the student(s) to whom assigned in such physical tasks as putting on and taking     off of outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory, toileting assistance, and     so on.

2. Hears the student(s) in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks, guiding and     helping them but not     teaching them.

3. Performs simple errands and tasks for student(s) such as sharpening pencils, carrying     lunch trays, etc. if appropriate.

4. Works with small groups of students to reinforce material introduced by the teacher     under the teacher’s supervision.

5. Accompanies the student(s) to the office or to other areas of the building if appropriate.

6. Establishes as fully as possible a supportive and sympathetic relationship with the     student(s) without fostering or encouraging intense emotional involvement.

7. Serve as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team conferring about one     of the student(s) if requested.

8. Participates in special education in-service training.

9. Understands the role of the special education support staff.

10. Facilitates the integration of the special education student(s) into the regular classroom.

11. Understands the requirements of P.L. 94-142 and state special education legislation.

12. Understands student and parent due process.

13. Establishes cooperative relationships with other staff members within the general     education program.

14. Helps to modify classroom materials/equipment if necessary.

15. Helps the teacher maintain limits which define or structure a situation in a positive     manner.

16. Cooperates with the teacher to implement creative, positive solutions to problems.

17. Helps the children to develop appropriate personal and interpersonal skills.

18. Develops a flexible attitude and approach towards classroom situations.

19. Shows a genuine concern and respect for the students.

20. Assists the teacher in coordinating general classroom activities.

21. Facilitates interaction between all students.

22. Checks workbooks, corrects papers and helps in supervising testing and makeup work.

23. Helps to supervise the loading and unloading of buses.

24. Lifts and relocates student(s)/equipment as needed.

25. Assists with self help and self care skills.

26. Sanitizes materials/equipment in accordance with board policy.

27. Carries out other appropriate activities as assigned by the teacher.





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Openings as of 4/27/2025

Bilingual Paraprofessional

JobID: 3702

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Paraprofessional


Date Posted:
  2/4/2025


Location:
  Washington McKinley School


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SCHOOL DISTRICT 170
 
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS
 
TITLE:                                       Dual Language/Bilingual Classroom Paraprofessional
 
QUALIFICATIONS:                   Valid paraprofessional license issued by the State of Illinois and registered in Region 07 South Cook ISC4
 
JOB SUMMARY:                      To assist the teacher achieve teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups to help them achieve the objectives of the instructional program.
 
REPORTS TO:                         Classroom Teacher, Principal, and other administrators.
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:    Salary, benefits, and work year as established in the Support Staff Contract.
 
PENSION SYSTEM:                IMRF
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:


 
1. Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students.

2. Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher.

3. Assists the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interest, and abilities.

4. Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes.

5. Helps students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by teacher.

6. Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction.

7. Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher.

8. Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assembly, play periods, and field trips.

9. Keeps bulletin board and other classroom learning displays up to date.

10. Assists with such large groups activities as drill work, reading aloud, and storytelling.

11. Reads to students, listens to students read, and participates in other forms of oral communication with students.

12. Assists students in the library or media center.

13. Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and make-up work, as assigned by the teacher.

14. Checks and records student attendance.

15. Collects and records collection of money.

16. Helps students with their clothing.

17. Helps with lunch, snack and cleanup routines.

18. Assists with wash-up and toilet routines.

19. Alerts the regular teacher to any problems or special information about an individual student.

20. Serves as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher.

21. Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.

22. Participates in in-service training programs as assigned.

23. Carries out other appropriate activities as assigned by the teacher and/or administrator.





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