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Sports & Fitness Program Assistant

Chicago, IL

$36K - $46K/yr

Fitness Program Assistant Reports to: Director of Operations and Recreations FLSA Code: Part time, ... Fitness Specialist in the management of community sports activities. This includes planning for ...

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Family Housing Program Assistant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$39K - $48K/yr

Program Assistants serve as the frontline presence in the building, helping to cultivate community, support program engagement, and maintain high standards across shared spaces. ESSENTIAL ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for community program assistant in Chicago, IL is $20.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.36 and $23.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Program Assistant vs Community Outreach Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Program AssistantCommunity Outreach Coordinator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require associate degreeBachelor's degree often preferred; relevant experience valued
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, community centers, event sitesCommunity events, outreach programs, public spaces
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, government agencies, social servicesNonprofits, public health, community development
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level roles supporting community programsMore focused on outreach and engagement strategies

The Community Program Assistant typically supports the implementation of community initiatives, handling administrative tasks and assisting with program activities. In contrast, the Community Outreach Coordinator focuses on engaging with the community, organizing outreach events, and building relationships. Both roles are vital in community-focused organizations but differ mainly in their scope of responsibilities and level of public interaction.

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Program Assistant - Alternative Education - STAR Program

Program Assistant - Alternative Education - STAR Program

Community High School District 94

West Chicago, IL • On-site

$19.63/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff/Program Assistant - Alternative Education
Date Posted:
5/12/2026
Location:
Community High School District 94
Date Available:
26/27 School Year
COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 94
WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185
2026-2027
Available Immediately
POSITION Program Assistant in Alternative Education
  • Starting rate is $17.63 per hour or $19.63 per hour with 5+ years of experience
  • This is a 10 month calendar (8 hours per day)
  • This position is covered by the WCHSSSA Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • This position will be in a math classroom. Previous math knowledge and/or willingness to learn math quickly is preferred.

SUMMARY The responsibility of the Program Assistant - Alternative Education is to work closely with staff in assisting to achieve individual student academic and personal objectives in order to become responsible and successful adults.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties and responsibilities may be assigned)
  • Provide assistance with classroom management.
  • Provide and promote a welcoming atmosphere of respect for students and adults.
  • Attend and participate in student conferences as requested.
  • Provide assistance to students with note taking, assignment completion, test taking, study skills.
  • Assist with adapting, preparing and copying of materials for specific instructional programs.
  • Establish and maintain rapport with students.
  • Assist with procedural classroom tasks as needed: monitoring of assignment sheets, attendance, phone calls, office errands, monitoring of calculators, classroom supplies, monitoring proper computer usage.
  • Reinforce lessons with individual students or small groups.
  • Evaluate assignment packets and assessments and provide teacher assistance in assessing students work as needed.
  • Escort students to various locations in the school.
  • Provide student assistance during evacuation drills (fire, tornado, crisis, etc.)
  • Coordinate weekly behavioral program rewards.
  • Assist with maintaining safety of classroom environment.
  • Assist educators in implementing classroom/computer lab goals and objectives, classroom procedures.
  • Collaborate with educators for student evaluations.
  • Monitor students' homework completion and verify make-up tests.
  • Observe and monitor students' behavior then report and advise instructors on the issues at hand.
  • For Spanish-speaking staff, interpret for alternative education staff during the school day including student reviews, phone calls, etc.; interpret for fall and spring parent conferences.
  • Keep room organized and properly maintained.
  • Provide clerical assistance to classroom teacher as necessary.
  • Orient new students to procedures and practices in classroom.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • None

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE
  • ISBE license or paraprofessional letter of approval required
  • Possess adequate content knowledge (Math, English, Science) to assist high school level students with their coursework.
  • Possess adequate knowledge of computers and computer applications (utilize current technologies)
  • Organizational skills, trained in tutoring, CRISS.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Must be able to perform all of the duties and responsibilities of the position
  • Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in English
  • Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in Spanish, preferred
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external constituents
  • Ability to work independently, stay on task, multi-task, and take responsibility to complete assigned projects and duties in a timely and efficient manner to work successfully in a team environment.

PAY TRANSPARENCY
  • Pay scale and benefit information is available on our website HERE.

APPLICATION PROCESS
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Internal applicants: Please choose the Internal Applicants section.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Contractual language requires that positions be posted for a minimum of five business days. Positions will be posted until filled.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Equal educational and extracurricular opportunities shall be available for all students without regard to color, race, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, gender identity, status of being homeless, immigration status, order of protection status, actual or potential marital or parental status, including pregnancy. Further, the District will not knowingly enter into agreements with any entity or any individual that discriminates against students on the basis of sex or any other protected status, except that the District remains viewpoint neutral when granting access to school facilities under School Board Policy 8:20, Community Use of School Facilities. Any student may file a discrimination grievance by using Board policy 2:260, Uniform Grievance Procedure.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
NON-DISCRIMINATION COORDINATOR
Kerry J. Foderaro
Interim Executive Director of Human Resources
326 Joliet Street
West Chicago, IL 60185
630-876-6216
For further information on notice of non-discrimination, click here for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

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