20 Best Teaching Assistant jobs in Chicago, IL (Hiring Now!)

Early Childhood Teaching Assistant
Catherine Cook School —Chicago, IL
Assisting enrichment teachers to respond to students' needs and aid in the lesson as determined by the lead enrichment teacher.
Estimated: $33.8K - $42.8K a year
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Teacher Assistant
Creative World Montessori School —La Grange, IL
Competitive salary with Healthcare stipend, PTO, sponsor for MACTE-accredited Montessori teacher diploma (value of $3,000), 60% discount for child care.
$16 - $17 an hour
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Early Education Teacher - Northern Chicago
ChildCare Careers —Evanston, IL
Duties:* As a teacher or teacher assistant in a child care facility, after school program, pre-school, and/or infant center, assist in the implementation of…
$19.50 - $28.00 an hour
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Lead Teacher - Toddlers/Twos
Kids Academy Early Childhood Development Center - Chicago, IL —Chicago, IL
One year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a kindergarten or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours of credits from an accredited…
From $18.50 an hour
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Early Childhood Teachers & Teacher Assistants
Green Beginnings Childcare & Early Development Center —Chicago, IL
Sixty semester hour (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester or nine quarter hours in courses related…
$16.50 - $18.00 an hour
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Teaching Assistant - High School
Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School —Chicago, IL
The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School (O-School) is a private independent school that provides extraordinary educational and therapeutic services to students…
Estimated: $35.9K - $45.5K a year
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2d
Child care Teachers and Assistants--NO Weekends! Will Train!
KinderCare —Des Plaines, IL
Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.
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AM Early Childhood Paraprofessional (Bilingual) Part Time
WOOD DALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 7 —Wood Dale, IL
Responsible for implementing classroom activities and instructional programs related to the student's Individual Educational Plan as directed by the classroom…
$18 an hour
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Preschool Teacher/Teacher's Assistant
Christie's Carousel of Learning Preschool & Day Care —Park Ridge, IL
Christie’s Carousel of Learning Preschool & Day Care, located at 1300 W. Crescent Avenue, Park Ridge IL, seeks a full time/part-time preschool *classroom…
$15 - $20 an hour
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Early Head Start Teacher Assistant
Start Early —Chicago, IL
Maintain a classroom environment that includes positive guidance techniques, that meet state and local licensing regulations, Head Start Program Performance…
$40,575 - $41,535 a year
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Teacher Assistant
Carole Robertson Center for Learning —Chicago, IL
Guide and facilitate activities of the children, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom;
Estimated: $33.6K - $42.5K a year
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Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School of Chicago (Roscoe Village), IL —Chicago, IL
Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Supporting each child’s social and emotional development…
$17 - $20 an hour
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Preschool Teaching Assistant
The Academy for Global Citizenship —Chicago, IL
*Instructional Strategies: *Collaborates with the lead teacher in using many types of instructional strategies including teaching through inquiry, working to…
$38,000 a year
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Assistant Teacher
Family Focus —Chicago, IL
Assist lead teacher in preparation and implementation of lesson plans for classroom activities covering all developmental areas: language, cognitive, physical,…
$18.75 an hour
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Head Start Assistant Teacher
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago —Chicago, IL
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members, or guests to…
Estimated: $37.3K - $47.3K a year
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Preschool Teaching Assistant
Sacred Heart Schools —Chicago, IL
Students and parents, and for working as an active member of the grade level team to which they are assigned. Department: Sacred Heart Faculty Status: Full-Time…
Estimated: $35.4K - $44.8K a year
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Erie Neighborhood House —Chicago, IL
The Preschool Assistant Teacher is responsible for partnering with the Lead Preschool Teacher to actively facilitate the education, care, and general…
$37,200 - $40,200 a year
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Assistant Teacher Daycare
The Goddard School of Chicago (West Loop), IL —Chicago, IL
Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Supporting each child’s social and emotional development…
Estimated: $30.9K - $39.2K a year
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Assistant Teacher
LEEP Forward —Chicago, IL
Support students in their emotional and social growth through play. Play with children in a variety of activities, including imaginative play, games, and…
Estimated: $33.4K - $42.2K a year
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Part-Time Assistant Teacher
Guidepost Montessori —Chicago, IL
Experience working with children ages 0-6 preschool, daycare, RIE or Reggio Emilia program. Ability to work well with other adults.
Estimated: $27.2K - $34.4K a year
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Early Childhood Teaching Assistant

Catherine Cook School - Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time Estimated: $33.8K - $42.8K a year 2 days ago

Qualifications

Cooking
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor of Arts
Communication skills
Teaching

Full Job Description

Type: Full-Time (10-month employee)

Supervisor: Head of Early Childhood

Location: Chicago, IL

Start Date: August 2024

Mission Statement

Catherine Cook empowers students from preschool through eighth grade to be adaptive, confident, and productive stewards of an evolving world. Our community engages with ideals of cultural competence, progressive academics, ethical literacy, and innovation designed to inspire personal excellence and compassionate leadership.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Catherine Cook School is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse, compassionate, and inclusive community grounded in a culture of integrity.

At Catherine Cook, we value a diverse and inclusive community. We define diversity as the range of differences and similarities between social identifiers including: race, socio-economic status, ability, age, gender identity, sexual identity, religion, and ethnicity. The ideal candidate is eager to join this type of professional community. We specifically seek candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

Job Description

Teachers and Assistants at Catherine Cook School work together to build warm, respectful, and supportive relationships with students and to cultivate a safe and stimulating learning environment. Teacher Assistants can help create the foundation for a smoothly functioning classroom team by communicating openly and honestly with the lead teacher about their expectations about roles, duties, and classroom routines. It is important to agree on how to handle emergencies, behavior problems, and conflicts between students before the school year begins. Catherine Cook School is a genuine learning community. We value reflection and continuous growth.

The following list outlines some expectations for Teacher Assistants. Since teachers all have different approaches, needs, and strengths, ongoing communication is essential to a well-functioning classroom. In general, the Teacher Assistant's responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Participating in all classroom activities as determined by the lead teacher.
Leading activities/lessons and instructing whole group, small groups of students, or one-on-one as determined by the lead teacher.
Being alert to students' needs and responding appropriately to aid in the flow of the classroom dynamics.
Discussing observations and insights about students and curriculum with the classroom team.
Utilizing technology to expand learning opportunities, collaborate, and communicate with all members of the Catherine Cook community.
Contributing to a collaborative learning environment and communicating effectively.
Integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion practices that are developmentally appropriate, to encourage kindness, bravery, and empathy within our classrooms, school, city, and within a global community.
Participating actively in discussions about cultural, racial, and other differences with students, colleagues, and families
Leading during transitions, including during recess, and during lunch.
Assisting with morning arrival, dismissal, lunchroom, and recess supervisory duties as assigned.
Assisting enrichment teachers to respond to students' needs and aid in the lesson as determined by the lead enrichment teacher.
Adhering to school policies (e.g. reads and follows the Catherine Cook Handbook and contract).
Contributing ideas and talents to the classroom and school community.
Participating in weekly Wednesday staff meetings.
Participating in professional development and reflective practices with supervisor.

Qualifications:

B.A. in Early Childhood preferred
Experience in Early Childhood, ages 3-6, required
Proven teaching and organization skills
Strong communication skills
Willingness to learn and grow professionally

Catherine Cook School’s educational program focuses on the whole child. Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with children is the foundation of our pedagogical approach. The curriculum must be developmentally appropriate and support the growth of knowledge, skills, and personal assets of children.

Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Visit catherinecookschool.org to learn more about our school and culture. Catherine Cook School is an equal opportunity employer. Submissions due by mid-July.

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