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CST Academy

Preschool Assistant

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$36,080 / year median in Illinois

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain experience working with a diverse group of learners in a school setting? CST Academy is seeking exceptional classroom assistant and behavior technicians for their multidisciplinary therapeutic preschool program. CST Academy is a top therapeutic program in Chicago for children ages 2-6 years old. Classroom assistants have the opportunity to build clinical skills to work with children with autism, speech and language delays, sensory processing disorder, and other disorders, as they work alongside top pediatric speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, behavior analysts, and behavior therapists. Classroom assistants will be trained in ABA therapy and have the opportunity to lead their own sessions as an RBT!
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Planning for and providing support in our classroom Interacting and supporting lead clinicians who oversee the program Providing behavioral therapy Assisting with the overall operation of the practice
REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have exceptional interpersonal skills and great references. Other necessary skills and attributes include: Openness to working with children of all ages A passion for working with children The ability to "connect" with children and parents Exceptional written and oral communication skills Creativity and flexibility
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person