Assistant Teacher

Grand Avenue Preschool and Daycare; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Generous Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

Grand Avenue Preschool and Daycare in Burr Ridge, IL seeks an Assistant Teacher for Preschool and PreK classrooms. Qualifying candidates have a high school diploma or GED and can pass background checks, with prior childcare experience.

The role is full-time, typically 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm, with compensation between $17 and $20 per hour depending on education and experience. We offer competitive pay, paid trainings for career development, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass all background checks required.
• Previous childcare experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in line with center goals.
• Implement activities that support growth in emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept feedback, and improve the program as needed.

Skills

Childcare experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Grand Avenue Preschool and Daycare in Burr Ridge is a licensed childcare center seeking an Assistant Teacher for our Preschool and PreK classrooms!

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. Must have previous childcare experience.

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, Full-time, 8am-5pm OR 9am-6pm

Compensation: $17 - $20/hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
• Implement activities that encourage each child's growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.

• Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children.
• Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

Grand Avenue is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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