Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Chicago

Blue Bird Day; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health Benefits

401(k) with Employer Contributions

CEU Reimbursement

Paid PTO and Holidays

Referral Program

Zusammenfassung

Blue Bird Day in Chicago seeks a Therapeutic Assistant to support children ages 2-7 with ASD and other neurodiverse needs in a play-based, child-centered setting.

You will assist therapy activities, support group rotations, and collaborate daily with occupational, physical, and speech therapists as well as social workers to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and developmental growth.

Qualifikationen

• Experience working with children or clients with special needs is preferred.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree or completing 60 semester hours is acceptable.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as part of daily activities.

Aufgaben

• Assist with individualized therapy activities and classroom preparation.
• Support group therapy rotations and daily collaboration with therapists.
• Maintain a positive, play-based learning environment for children.

Kenntnisse

Child care experience

Team collaboration

Play-based therapy support

Ability to lift 25 lbs

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Associate's degree or 60 credits

Jobbeschreibung

Make a Meaningful Difference as a Therapeutic Assistant!

Do you love working on a collaborative team with a shared mission? Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community while growing your skills in a play-based, child-centered clinical environment? Blue Bird Day, a leading specialized intensive pediatric therapeutic day program, is seeking a Therapeutic Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists.

About The Role

As a Therapeutic Assistant, you will support children ages 2-7 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. In this role, you'll help promote each child's cognitive, social, emotional, adaptive, and developmental growth by:

• Assisting with individualized therapy activities and classroom/lesson preparation
• Supporting group therapy rotations
• Collaborating daily with occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and social workers
• Helping maintain a positive, engaging, play-based learning environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $18.25–$19/hour
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision + Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Competitive PTO and Holiday Allowances
• 401(k) with Employer Contributions
• Continuing Education (CEU) Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Schedule & Location

• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
• Location: 1233 W. Adams St. Chicago, IL

Requirements

• 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

Why Join Blue Bird Day?

• Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture
• Professional growth opportunities, including mentorship and CEU support
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with neurodiverse needs

Salary: $18.25 - $19.00 per hour