Preschool Teacher Assistant
$37,357–$44,554 year
On-site · West Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Assist with implementing the Educare Model early learning curriculum and support lesson planning; provide a dual language learning environment and develop learning experiences across literacy, language, math, science, social studies, physical education, fine arts, and social-emotional development; help with home visits and parent conferences; contribute to documentation portfolios and assessment records; support transitions from preschool to kindergarten; participate in staff trainings and meetings; maintain a safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate classroom; assist with IEPs and required forms; collaborate with the teaching team to plan, organize, and implement responsibilities; bilingual English/Spanish skills are preferred; strong emphasis on developmentally appropriate practices and collaboration within a diverse team.
Required Qualifications
- An associate degree with a minimum of six (6) semester hours in courses specifically in the care or education of young children OR CDA; Paraprofessional Certificate or willingness to obtain within 18 months; knowledge of child development; bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required; background clearance; TB/Tdap/MMR medical exam; ability to work in a team; ability to work with culturally diverse staff and clients.
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