Assistant Teacher- IL
About The Position
Children of America (COA) is seeking an Assistant Teacher to work alongside educators in a supportive environment and contribute to early childhood education programs serving children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp. The role interacts daily with children, parents, management, and teaching staff to support a collaborative and positive learning environment. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, including the possibility of growing into a Lead Teacher role. The hourly pay range is $16.83 to $18.17. Final compensation is based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. The role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives or other benefits. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and submission of required state documents. Children of America is an equal opportunity employer and may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
- Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations.
- Commitment to professional growth.
- Successful completion of a background check and submission of required state documents.
Responsibilities
- Carry out daily lesson plans.
- Assist in creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
- Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members.
- Use technology to document and deliver child progress reports.
- Show empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs.
- Present age-appropriate expectations for children.
- Bring creativity, passion, and engagement to the work.
- Show willingness to grow into a Lead Teacher role.
- Uphold COA's mission and values by taking responsibility, learning from mistakes, and acting with accountability.
- Collaborate on solutions that meet stakeholder needs.
- Approach challenges as opportunities for learning and growth.
- Make ethical decisions and consider their impact on stakeholders.
- Support continuity of care and clear expectations for children and families.
Benefits
- Internal career advancement opportunities.
- 50% employee childcare discount.
- Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships.
- Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- The role may be eligible for performance-based incentives or other benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
