Bilingual Preschool Assistant (Spanish/English)

Start Early; Beach Park (IL); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Plans

401k Contribution

Paid Volunteer Days

Parental Leave

Job summary

Start Early Lake County in Beach Park, IL is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support a Preschool Certified Teacher and foster a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom for 3-5 year olds. You will implement Creative Curriculum, monitor student progress, and help maintain classroom materials and records in line with Head Start and ISBE standards.

The role requires at least 1 year in an early childhood program, a bilingual Spanish/English ability, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in an early childhood program.
• Bilingual Spanish/English required; able to communicate effectively in both languages.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and flexible to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Preschool Certified Teacher and team to develop and monitor education binders.
• Inspire learning by creating a vibrant classroom scene based on ECERS and CLASS concepts.
• Participate in lesson planning and support implementation of Creative Curriculum.
• Tailor learning using assessments and observations to support development.
• Schedule and conduct two parent-teacher conferences and home visits yearly.
• Adhere to IEPs and IHCPs and follow Education Managers' directions.
• Celebrate diversity and integrate children’s interests into activities.
• Maintain safety and supervision in line with Head Start and ISBE standards.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Early childhood experience

Education

Associate’s degree in ECE/CD

Birth-5 CDA credential (or plan to obtain)

Job description

Start Early Lake County in Beach Park, IL is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support a Preschool Certified Teacher and foster a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom for 3-5 year olds. You will implement Creative Curriculum, monitor student progress, and help maintain classroom materials and records in line with Head Start and ISBE standards.

The role requires at least 1 year in an early childhood program, a bilingual Spanish/English ability, and strong communication skills.