Instructional Aide with Cook Responsibilities

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Workplace safety training

Job Description

Alsip, Hazelgreen & Oak Lawn School District 126 is a well-regarded educational district serving communities with a commitment to providing quality education and support to its students. The district prioritizes a nurturing and inclusive environment that fosters academic achievement and personal growth. Hazelgreen Elementary, one of the schools within the district, is dedicated to delivering robust educational programs and maintaining a supportive atmosphere where students can thrive academically and socially. The district aims to provide comprehensive educational services that meet the diverse needs of its student population while promoting professional development and support for its staff.

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Job Requirements

  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
  • Possession of paraprofessional educator licensure
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to push or pull up to 35 pounds of force
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods on hard surfaces
  • Ability to adapt to temperature changes
  • Ability to work in noisy environments
  • Physical strength to assist in lifting or carrying students
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods
  • Willingness to maintain regular attendance and physical presence at work

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
  • Paraprofessional educator licensure
  • Teaching certificate preferred
  • Teaching experience preferred
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively with students and staff
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize
  • Knowledge of basic food safety and kitchen operations
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality

Job Duties

  • Executes instructional activities with individual students or small groups of students following teacher direction and demonstration
  • Provides assistance to students during special classes such as art and music
  • Assists students in special education and general education classes
  • Assists in preparation of materials for class, classroom activities, and assignments
  • Implements behavior management programs designed by teachers and/or school psychologist
  • Counts and records specific student behaviors and administers procedures in the positive behavior support plan (PBIS)
  • Monitors student use of instructional equipment
  • Provides general maintenance of equipment including cleaning and disinfecting
  • Serves as a source of information and help to substitute teachers in the absence of the regular teacher
  • Maintains confidentiality and ethical behavior concerning student information
  • Assists students boarding and leaving transportation vehicles and accompanies them to and from classrooms
  • Assists with supervision during emergency drills
  • Helps students with daily living activities such as eating, grooming, bathing, and toileting
  • Observes and intervenes to redirect inappropriate behavior
  • Assists and guides students to pay attention, participate in activities, and complete tasks
  • Prepares, assists, cooks, and serves food for breakfast and lunch programs
  • Maintains sanitary work environment including cleaning kitchen surfaces and utensils
  • Ensures high standards for food quality and appearance following food safety guidelines
  • Operates all kitchen equipment efficiently
  • Cleans and inspects kitchen equipment and appliances
  • Demonstrates hygiene standards and proper hand washing protocol
  • Reports accidents and ensures safety procedures especially fire safety
  • Requisitions food supplies and kitchen equipment as needed
  • Attends work-related training and workshops as requested

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location