Assistant Teacher - Preschool & After School Program

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; La Grange Highlands (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

Grand Avenue Preschool's Before and After School Program in LaGrange Highlands is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support our School Age program. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass background checks, with previous childcare experience preferred.

The shift is Monday–Friday, full-time, 7am–6pm, and compensation ranges from $17 to $20 per hour. We offer competitive pay, paid trainings including enhanced career development, a generous benefits package (Dental,

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with classroom duties in line with the center's goals.
• Implement activities promoting emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept feedback, and improve program quality.
• Create and maintain a clean, safe environment for all children.
• Establish professional rapport with families to provide quality care.
• Demonstrate physical ability to work around small children (sitting, standing, walking, running, stairs).
• Lift and carry up to 40 lbs as needed.

Skills

Childcare experience

Team collaboration

Follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Grand Avenue Preschool's Before and After School Program in LaGrange Highlands is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support our School Age program. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass background checks, with previous childcare experience preferred.

The shift is Monday–Friday, full-time, 7am–6pm, and compensation ranges from $17 to $20 per hour. We offer competitive pay, paid trainings including enhanced career development, a generous benefits package (Dental,