Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Chicago (WL)

Blue Bird Day, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA

PTO & holidays

401(k) match

Job summary

Blue Bird Day, LLC in Chicago is hiring a Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant for a preschool and kindergarten program. You will support children aged 2-7 with ASD and other needs, helping cognitive, social, emotional, and developmental growth in a clinic-based setting.

The role offers a predictable Monday–Friday schedule with no evenings or weekends, an hourly rate of $18.25–$19, comprehensive benefits, PTO, holidays, CEUs, and growth opportunities including leadership tracks such as

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 60 credits required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with children or clients with special needs required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience with children

Special needs experience

Team collaboration

Lifting 35 lbs

Education

Associate's degree or 60 credits

Job description

Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Chicago (WL)

Department: Therapy Assistants Full Time Chicago, Illinois, United States - 60607

Description

Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Therapeutic Preschool and Kindergarten Program

1233 W. Adams St. Chicago, IL | Clinic-Based | Predictable Monday–Friday schedule - No Evenings or Weekends.

Hourly Rate & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $18.25-$19/hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual Increases: Annual merit-based increases.
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off and holidays: Generous PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday.
• Growth and Learning: Continuing education and approved CEUs.
• Professional Advancement: Opportunities to develop skills and take on additional leadership responsibilities, including: Department Lead, Safety-Care Instructor, Onboarder, and CPR Instructor
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Available for all employees; company match $1 for $1 for first 3% and $.50 for $1 up to another 2%.

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.

Responsibilities:

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

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Associate's degree or equivalent college credit (60 credits) required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience working with children or clients with special needs required

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift at least 35 lbs, including but not limited to lifting children, therapy equipment etc.
• Ability to walk and/or run if needed to keep clients safe.
• Ability to implement behavior management techniques, based on training provided by the company.
• Ability to use hands and arms to prepare and perform required therapy tasks.
• Ability to utilize keyboard, desktop, and ipad to complete documentation required for funders.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Join Blue Bird Day?

At Blue Bird Day, we provide a supportive, team-oriented culture that allows you to focus on helping children in a play-based setting. You'll make an impact by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a clinic that prioritizes growth and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Blue Bird Day is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As such, it is the policy of the Company that hiring, training, employment advancement, compensation, benefits, and terms and conditions of employment shall be determined without regard to race, ancestry, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and medical conditions relating to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, arrest record (or criminal history record ordered expunged, sealed, or impounded), or as otherwise prohibited by law.