Floating Assistant Teacher: Part-Time

Concordia Place•Chicago, IL

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Concordia Place is a vibrant, mission-driven organization founded in 1981, providing multigenerational programs including early learning, after-school, and teen leadership for Chicago communities. Their centers are located in Avondale, Ravenswood, North Center, and Old Irving Park neighborhoods, with plans to expand into Albany Park. The organization is united by its mission to create involved communities where all neighbors can gather, learn, and grow, believing everyone deserves opportunity that is broadly inclusive. This part-time position is for their Milwaukee center, with a shift time of 3pm-6pm, consistently working 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. The role involves positively impacting children's growth and teaching a fun, purposeful play-based curriculum with qualified teachers in beautiful indoor and outdoor play areas. Concordia Place operates under guiding principles of Faith in Action, A Place of Yes, A Place for All, A Place of One, and A Place of Excellence.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Must be available to consistently work full-time (5 days a week, Monday through Friday)
Maintain compliance with DCFS licensing at all times
Demonstrate success in working as a member of a team
Effective and strong communication skills (orally and written)

Nice To Haves

Completed degree or credit hours in early childhood education or child development

Responsibilities

Supervise and maintain safety of the children 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 to 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 the optimal growth and development of children
Develop positive relationships with each child and their family, share information about the child’s day
Attend professional meetings, including staff meetings and in-service days provided by Concordia Place, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
Help maintain facility in a safe and satisfactory condition
Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers
Other duties assigned by Assistant Director or Site Director

Benefits

403b Retirement Savings Plan (with an Employer Match)
Vacation Days
Sick Days
1 week paid winter holiday
12 paid holidays per year
Floating Holidays
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral program
Childcare tuition discount for employees
Quarterly in-service days and professional development resources for teaching staff