Assistant Teacher

Village Children's Academy; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

Village Children's Academy, Hinsdale, IL, is seeking a Part-time Assistant Teacher for the 2-Year-Old classroom. The role supports the lead teacher, fosters child development, and requires a high school diploma or GED with background checks passable.

The position offers an afternoon schedule from Monday to Friday, 3–5pm, with compensation of $18–$19 per hour based on education and experience. Benefits include a family-friendly environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with all classroom activities and goals.
• Support children’s development across emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe classroom environment.
• Establish a professional rapport with families.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Village Children's Academy is a licensed childcare center seeking Part-time Assistant Teachers to support our 2-Year-Old classroom!

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

Required Shift: Part-time, Mon-Fri 3-5pm (potential to work additional hours as needed)

Compensation: $18 - $19/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.

VCA 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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