Floating Assistant Teacher: Part-Time
About The Position
Concordia Place is a mission-driven organization providing multigenerational programs, including early learning, after-school, and teen leadership programs for Chicago communities. The Floating Assistant Teacher works across different classrooms and age groups as needed. The role supervises and maintains children’s safety, interacts with and encourages children in activities, assists teachers in planning activities, and nurtures and cares for children. The position is part-time, consistently scheduled five days per week, Monday through Friday, with either a 7:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. or 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. schedule. It is located at Concordia Place, 4809 North Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640. Concordia Place describes itself as a broadly inclusive organization guided by principles including Faith in Action, A Place of Yes, A Place for All, A Place of One, and A Place of Excellence. It is a social service mission of Concordia Lutheran Church and serves everyone regardless of religious beliefs or affiliation.
Requirements
- At least 60 college credits, including 6 credits related to early childhood education, or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Commitment to Concordia Place’s mission and guiding principles.
- 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 degree in Early Childhood Education or higher.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and maintain the safety of 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, 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.
Benefits
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Vacation days
- Sick days
- One 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
