Assistant Teacher: Growth Path to Lead Educator

Children of America, Inc.; Flossmoor (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Childcare discount

Educational assistance

TEACH scholarships

Referral bonuses

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid vacation

Job summary

Children of America is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support a safe, structured, and positive learning environment for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, with daily lesson plans and family communication.

This role offers growth opportunities, a 50% childcare discount, TEACH scholarship partnerships, and comprehensive benefits. The hourly pay ranges from about $16.83 to $18.17, with compensation based on experience, location, and internal equity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Commitment to professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily lesson plans.
• Assist in creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members.
• Utilize technology to document and deliver child progress reports.
• Exhibit empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs.
• Present age-appropriate expectations for children.
• Be creative, passionate, and engaged in your work.
• Demonstrate willingness to grow into a Lead Teacher role.

Skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Relationship building

Flexibility

Professional growth

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Children of America is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support a safe, structured, and positive learning environment for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, with daily lesson plans and family communication.

This role offers growth opportunities, a 50% childcare discount, TEACH scholarship partnerships, and comprehensive benefits. The hourly pay ranges from about $16.83 to $18.17, with compensation based on experience, location, and internal equity.