Teacher Assistant - Chicago
About The Position
Merlin Day Academy, an ISBE-approved private therapeutic day school, is seeking a Teacher Assistant to join their multidisciplinary team. The Teacher Assistant will support children ages 6-14 years old with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. This role involves promoting each child's cognitive, social, emotional, adaptive, and developmental growth by assisting with individualized therapy activities, classroom/lesson preparation, supporting group therapy rotations, collaborating with therapists and social workers, and helping maintain a positive, engaging, play-based learning environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Associate's degree OR completion of at least 60 semester hours of college-level coursework
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children or clients with special needs is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assisting with individualized therapy activities and classroom/lesson preparation
- Supporting group therapy rotations
- Collaborating daily with occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and social workers
- Helping maintain a positive, engaging, play-based learning environment
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision + Life & Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Competitive PTO and Holiday Allowances
- 401(k) with Employer Contributions
- Continuing Education (CEU) Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
