Teacher Assistant (Part-Time)

Concordia University, Chicago•River Forest, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the part-time (up to 20 hours), non-exempt position of Teacher Assistant in the Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC). This position reports directly to the Director of the Early Childhood Education Center and is located in River Forest, IL. The Teacher Assistant collaborates with the Lead Teacher to support the physical, social, cognitive, spiritual, and emotional development of the children in the Early Childhood Education Center through a nurturing, Christ-centered, and developmentally appropriate environment. Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.

Requirements

Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Strong administrative skills, including related computer and technology skills
Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago
Strong attention to detail
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
Ability to work with and cooperate with supervisory staff at all levels
Ability to review, understand, and apply concepts presented at conferences and/or professional literature
High School Diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience as an assistant teacher in an Early Childhood Education Center preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Fosters the development of each child spiritually, socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally
Collaborates with head teacher to support curriculum by implementing plans outlined by head teacher as directed
Prepares and assists with the physical preparations and clean-up of classroom activities as outlined in each classroom's list of duties
Maintains responsibility for the health and safety of the children
Promotes the Center's mission/vision statement
Maintains appropriate contact with and provides support for parents and families
Serves as a center-wide substitute as needed
Assists with monitoring and supervising the work and attendance of lab students, observation/methods students, and student teachers as needed
Follows standards set by DCFS (Department of Child and Family Services, NLSA (National Lutheran School Association) and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)