Teacher Assistant- ACHIEVE

Teacher Assistant - ACHIEVE

DuPage High School District 88, Addison Trail High School - Addison, Illinois

Job : 5585322

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 07, 2026 5:00 AM

Starting Date: Immediately

Title: TEACHER AIDE (ACHIEVE)

Reports To: Department Chair/Assistant Principal

Duration: 10 Months

Purpose Statement: The job of Teacher Aide (Achieve) is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within the Achieve program with specific responsibility for improving students success in basic academics (reading, language and/or math); assisting students by modeling the skills necessary to perform assignments.

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.
• Communicates with supervising instructional staff, and PPS staff for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Enforces rules and discipline (e.g. monitoring electronic use, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining order in the classroom and providing an environment that is distraction free.
• Guides students in personal interactions and/or specific student issues for the purpose of developing interpersonal skills and problem solving strategies.
• Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Supervises student performance for the purpose of monitoring progress and completion.
• Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of curriculum and teaching methodologies.

• Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files and records (e.g. student files, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; providing a safe learning environment; and/or meeting mandated requirements.
• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Skills:

adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including computers and pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Knowledge: concepts of grammar and punctuation; age appropriate activities; safety standards.

Abilities: scheduling activities; gathering and/or collating data; using basic, job-related equipment; flexibility; problem solving; consistently attending work; adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibilities: Working under direct supervision; guiding others. Demonstrate professional work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills to promote a positive image of District 88. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require occasional lifting, carrying,…