Teacher Assistant
* *Job Title: Teacher Assistant*
* *Location: Chicago, IL 60630*
* *Pay Rate: $17/hr.*
* *Shift: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM (hours may vary based on needs)*
*Responsibilities:*
* Share responsibility in the preparation of Daily Plans and the preparation of teaching materials.
* Conduct daily small or large group activities for an assigned group of children and use appropriate adult/child interaction strategies with all children.
* Provide coverage for breaks for other staff members.
* Supervise daily lunch and playground activities, field trips, and walks
* Promote individualized attention for children by freeing teachers from routine duties.
* Work with the teaching team in all activities, including but not limited to housekeeping, diapering, toilet training, meal service, and record keeping.
*Qualifications:*
* Preschool CDA credential or an Associate Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education
* Minimum of 6 months or more experience working with children in a childcare facility
* 3 professional reference letters
* Updated TB test within 1 year
* CPR/First Aid certification Card (not required but a plus)
* Updated COVID-19 Vaccination Card (not required but a plus)
*Required Skills*
* Interact while expressing genuine warmth and concern for children as well as an understanding of their developmental needs.
* Respect for children’s ideas, feelings, abilities, and differences, insights into and tolerance for the range of age-appropriate behavior
* Ability to assume needed duties and responsibilities without supervision
* Ability to use discretion in communications with parents in the Teacher‘s absence
* Ability to move and react quickly and to handle emergencies effectively
* Ability to abide by all rules and regulations applicable to workers of the center
* Ability to accept changes in schedules, environment, etc.
* Acquire knowledge of the current curriculum and implement the curriculum practices in the classroom
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Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Health insurance
Work Location: In person