Part-Time Floating Assistant Teacher - Early Ed

Concordia Place; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403b Retirement Savings Plan (Employer

Vacation Days

Sick Days

Winter Holiday – 1 week

12 paid holidays per year

Floating Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral program

Childcare tuition discount for staff

Professional development resources

Job summary

Concordia Place in Chicago is seeking a part-time floating classroom assistant to supervise and support children across ages. You will partner with lead teachers to implement developmentally appropriate activities in a safe, welcoming environment.

The role requires strong classroom skills, flexibility, and a commitment to our mission of inclusive, faith-informed child care. A minimum of 60 college credits with related ECE coursework or a CDA is required; AA in ECE or higher preferred.

Qualifications

• 60 college credits with 6 related to early childhood education or CDA
• Preferred: AA in ECE or higher
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Responsibilities

• Supervise and maintain safety of the children at all times
• Work with classroom staff to plan and implement activities based on developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Organize and lead activities to promote whole-child development
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet children’s varying needs and interests
• Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs to facilitate learning
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children
• Set up and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment
• Develop positive relationships with each child and their family, share information about the child’s day
• Attend staff meetings and professional development days to maintain and improve professional competence
• Help maintain facility in a safe and satisfactory condition
• Respect confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers
• Other duties assigned by Assistant Director or Site Director

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Be comfortable working for a faith-inf

Education

60 college credits in ECE or CDA

AA in ECE or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Concordia Place in Chicago is seeking a part-time floating classroom assistant to supervise and support children across ages. You will partner with lead teachers to implement developmentally appropriate activities in a safe, welcoming environment.

The role requires strong classroom skills, flexibility, and a commitment to our mission of inclusive, faith-informed child care. A minimum of 60 college credits with related ECE coursework or a CDA is required; AA in ECE or higher preferred.