Early Learning Job Fair!

Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford•Chicago, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Discover Your Next Role at the Easterseals Early Learning Job Fair! Ready to make a difference in early childhood education? Easterseals partners with over 35 early childhood programs across Chicago and Cook County, bringing high-quality, inclusive learning to kids ages 6 weeks to 5 years. We’re growing our team and we want to meet YOU! Visit Our Job Fair to Discuss Your Interests and Qualifications One-on-One with a Hiring Leader: Date: Monday, April 13, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: 1939 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60608 (First-floor gymnasium) Why Join Easterseals? Work-life balance and excellent benefits Employer-paid HMO health insurance, plus dental, vision, and disability coverage 401(k) with employer match Tuition reimbursement Generous paid time off and holidays Bilingual differential pay (for those who qualify) Ongoing professional development and support Who Should Attend? Anyone interested in supporting young children and families Bilingual Spanish and Cantonese candidates encouraged to apply Unsure which role is right for you? Bring your resume - we’ll help you find your fit! Ready to take the next step? Check out our job openings below - or visit Easterseals Job Opportunities to view all openings Sign up for a time slot and upload your most current resume (include your Gateways PDR if you have it handy) Grow your career. Change lives. Join Easterseals!

Requirements

Classroom Support Specialist: Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA Credential, Gateways ECE Level 2 and/or Infant Toddler Level 2, Paraprofessional license, At least 1 year of early childhood classroom experience
Intervention Support Paraprofessional: High school diploma and CDA credential, Gateways ECE Level 1, Paraprofessional license, Experience with children ages 0–5 who have special needs, trauma, or significant behaviors
Early Head Start / Prevention Initiative Teacher: Associate's degree in early childhood education, Gateways Infant/Toddler Level 4
Doula Supervisor: Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Birth doula training with DONA or equivalent, Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards and the Parents as Teachers model, At least 3 years of supervisory experience
Family Health Advocate (Bilingual Cantonese or Spanish): Bachelor’s degree in a related field, OR Associate’s degree in a related field plus at least 1 year of experience, OR No degree with 1 to 3 years of experience in social services or early childhood education, Family Specialist credential required within 18 months of hire (if applicable), Bilingual ability (Cantonese or Spanish), Reliable transportation
Social Emotional Specialist: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field, LSW or LPC license (minimum), Professional experience supporting young children’s social-emotional development, 3 to 5 years of early childhood experience
Teacher Assistant: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, OR Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in another field with at least 30 college semester credits in early childhood education, OR Minimum of 30 college semester credits with at least 15 in early childhood education and an Infant/Toddler CDA
Head Start/Early Head Start Teacher Float: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or in a related field with at least 30 hours in ECE, Gateways ECE Level 4 and Infant/Toddler Level 4 within 1 year of hire, Paraprofessional license within 6 months of hire

Benefits

Work-life balance and excellent benefits
Employer-paid HMO health insurance, plus dental, vision, and disability coverage
401(k) with employer match
Tuition reimbursement
Generous paid time off and holidays
Bilingual differential pay (for those who qualify)
Ongoing professional development and support

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