Assistant Teacher (EL FT)

Concordia Place•Chicago, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher supervises and maintains children’s safety, interacts with and encourages children to participate in activities, assists the teacher with activity planning, and nurtures and cares for children. The position is at Concordia Place Milwaukee, 3696 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641, with hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Assistant Teacher works with classroom staff to plan and implement activities based on developmentally appropriate curriculum, supports whole-child development, observes children to understand their skills and needs, and helps maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom. The role also involves building positive relationships with children and families, sharing information about children’s days, participating in professional development, and helping maintain the facility.

Requirements

Minimum of 60 college credits, including 6 credits related to early childhood education, or a CDA.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Commitment to the mission and guiding principles of Concordia Place.
Comfort working for a faith-inspired organization that serves everyone regardless of religious beliefs or affiliation.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear.
Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to frequently lift a child weighing up to 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education or higher.

Responsibilities

Supervise children and maintain their safety at all times.
Work with classroom staff to plan and implement program activities based on developmentally appropriate curriculum.
Organize and lead activities designed to promote whole-child development.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet children’s varying needs and interests.
Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs, and use this information to facilitate learning.
Provide a variety of materials and resources for children.
Set up and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to children’s growth and development.
Develop positive relationships with each child and their family, and share information about the child’s day.
Attend professional meetings, including staff meetings, in-service days, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops, to maintain and improve professional competence.
Help maintain the facility in a safe and satisfactory condition.
Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers.
Perform other duties assigned by the Assistant Director or Site Director.