Assistant Teacher - PreK

Marillac St.Vincent Family Services Inc • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Assistant Teacher for Prek at Marillac St. Vincent Family Services is responsible for planning and implementing a child development program that supports the emotional, social, educational, and physical development of young children. This role operates under the guidance of the Child Development Supervisor and Director, ensuring that the program aligns with the agency's philosophy and objectives. The Assistant Teacher will create a secure learning environment, guide family-style mealtimes, and foster positive interactions among children. The position requires collaboration with the teaching team to develop individualized education plans and maintain a nurturing classroom environment.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood/Child Development from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in group childcare.
• 30 semester hours (or 60 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with 15 semester hours (30 quarter hours) in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
• Gateway ECE Level 1 certification.
• Commitment to pursuing an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred.
• Experience with NAEYC standards and state licensing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Create a secure environment that invites learning through exploration and discovery.
• Guide and implement family-style mealtimes, modeling healthy nutrition habits.
• Communicate with children in ways that show respect and build self-esteem.
• Assist children in resolving conflicts using a problem-solving approach.
• Attend to children's physical needs, including hygiene and comfort.
• Conduct assessments with the Supervisor & Director to identify program strengths and weaknesses.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain confidential education information for each child.
• Document weekly team meetings and ensure timely completion of program documentation.
• Observe, assess, and document each child's health, skills, behavior, growth, and development.
• Plan and prepare weekly and long-term lessons in collaboration with the Lead Teacher.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree