Early Childhood Teacher Assistant — Growth & Flex Hours

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off, holidays

403(b) plan with company contributions

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work hours

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Buehler YMCA in Palatine, IL is seeking a Part-Time Teacher Assistant to support the Lead Teacher in classrooms for children aged 2-5. You will help with planning, instruction, and a positive classroom climate while meeting relevant standards and policies.

Responsibilities include supervision, advising families, and assisting with data-informed instruction; a developmentally appropriate approach is required, with emphasis on health, nutrition, and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent; 6 college credits in ECE.
• ECD credential: Gateways Level 2 preferred; CDA preferred.
• Must have prior experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Promotes high quality teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Supervises children and maintains safety and health at all times.
• Collaborates with Lead Teacher for lesson plans and instruction.
• Engages families and communicates progress and needs.
• Supports assessment using multiple data sources for instruction.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

6 college credits in Early Childhood Education

Gateways Level 2 ECE credential (CDA preferred)

Job description

Buehler YMCA in Palatine, IL is seeking a Part-Time Teacher Assistant to support the Lead Teacher in classrooms for children aged 2-5. You will help with planning, instruction, and a positive classroom climate while meeting relevant standards and policies.

Responsibilities include supervision, advising families, and assisting with data-informed instruction; a developmentally appropriate approach is required, with emphasis on health, nutrition, and safety.