Play-Based Therapy Assistant for Neurodiverse Kids

Merlin Day Academy; Chicago (IL); Hybride; USD 38 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Competitive PTO and holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

CEU reimbursement

Employee referral program

Résumé du poste

Merlin Day Academy in Chicago, IL seeks a Teacher Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team. You will support children ages 6-14 with ASD, ADHD, and other neurodiverse needs, promoting cognitive, social, emotional, and developmental growth through therapy activities and play-based learning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with therapists, assisting with therapy sessions, and maintaining a positive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree OR completion of at least 60 semester hours of college-level coursework.
• Experience working with children or clients with special needs is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs

Responsabilités

• Assist with individualized therapy activities and classroom/lesson preparation.
• Support group therapy rotations.
• Collaborate daily with occupational, physical, speech-language therapists and social workers.
• Help maintain a positive, play-based learning environment.

Connaissances

Team collaboration

Child development knowledge

Flexibility

Formation

Bachelor's or Associate's degree OR 60 credits

Description du poste

Merlin Day Academy in Chicago, IL seeks a Teacher Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team. You will support children ages 6-14 with ASD, ADHD, and other neurodiverse needs, promoting cognitive, social, emotional, and developmental growth through therapy activities and play-based learning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with therapists, assisting with therapy sessions, and maintaining a positive classroom environment.