Preschool Teaching Assistant - Paid Training & Benefits

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Western Springs (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Generous Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Job summary

Grand Avenue Preschool and Daycare in Western Springs is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support our preschool age classroom. A high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass background checks are required. Prior childcare experience is preferred.

This full-time role runs Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm, with compensation of $18–$19/hour depending on education and experience. We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization offering competitive pay, paid trainings, a generous benefits package

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass all background checks.
• Must have previous childcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the center's philosophy and goals.
• Implement activities that support each child's growth in emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and implement improvements for program quality.
• Create and maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.
• 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. and meet all physical requirements.

Skills

Childcare experience

Background checks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Grand Avenue Preschool and Daycare in Western Springs is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support our preschool age classroom. A high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass background checks are required. Prior childcare experience is preferred.

This full-time role runs Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm, with compensation of $18–$19/hour depending on education and experience. We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization offering competitive pay, paid trainings, a generous benefits package