Teacher Assistant-Infant

Cadence Education; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team at a leading early childhood education provider, where your love for children and experience in childcare will help shape bright futures. As an Infant Teacher Assistant, you'll collaborate with dedicated educators to create a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners. Your role will involve documenting milestones, communicating with parents, and implementing a curriculum that respects children's interests. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families while enjoying a supportive workplace that values work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

On-demand pay with UKG Wallet

Childcare tuition discount

401(k) plan with employer match

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off increasing with seniority

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Company-paid life insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a teacher assistant or in licensed daycare preferred.
• High flexibility and willingness to work during business hours.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the teaching team to foster a positive learning environment.
• Document milestones and share updates with parents.
• Implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Skills

Flexibility

Childcare Experience

Communication Skills

Education

State Preschool Teacher Assistant Requirements

Job description

Company Overview

Infant Teacher Assistant

Location: Chicago, Illinois 60625

We’re hiring immediately! Stepping Stones Nursery, part of the Cadence Education family, is seeking an Infant Teacher Assistant to bring your love of children and experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education to our team of caring Teachers and staff.

At Cadence Education, our mission is to create bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. We achieve this through a passionate team of childcare professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care and compassion. Our research-based curriculum and home-like environments lead the way in early education.

Our schools are staffed with talented, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about child development and learning. We promote collaboration and open communication within each school and with our corporate office. We also support work-life balance for our staff members.

Perks of Joining Cadence Education Full-Time

• Competitive compensation: $16.20 - $17.50/hour
• On-demand pay with UKG Wallet
• Childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, including:
• Paid time off increasing with seniority
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Educational and professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid CDA

*Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees only.*

Cadence Education is a leading early childhood education provider in the U.S., operating over 325 private preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With over 30 years of experience, we excel in preparing students for their next educational step.

Infant Teacher Assistant Qualifications

• Meet all state preschool teacher assistant requirements
• High flexibility and willingness to work during business hours
• Previous experience as a teacher assistant or in licensed daycare preferred

Job Responsibilities

The Infant Teacher Assistant will embrace Cadence Education’s philosophy and collaborate with the teaching team to foster a positive learning environment. Responsibilities include documenting milestones, sharing updates with parents, implementing engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum, respecting children's interests, maintaining safety, enhancing play with language and activities, modeling social behavior, and planning a balanced daily schedule.

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Keywords: education, early childhood, EEC, daycare, teacher, instructional aide, assistant teacher, infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, childcare, caregiver