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Teacher and Teacher assistant
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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$34,974 / year median in Illinois
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our dynamic educational team as a Teacher and Teacher Assistant, where your passion for early childhood development and education will inspire young learners to reach their full potential. In this rewarding role, you will create engaging learning environments, support children's growth across developmental domains, and collaborate with families and staff to foster a nurturing, inclusive classroom. Whether leading lessons or assisting with daily activities, your energetic approach will make a lasting impact on children's lives. Duties Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula that promote literacy, math, physical education, and social-emotional skills in preschool and early childhood settings Lead classroom activities that encourage active learning, creativity, and physical movement tailored to children's developmental stages Support children with special needs through individualized instruction, early intervention strategies, and behavior management techniques Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment aligned with childcare standards and early childhood education best practices Communicate regularly with parents about children's progress, behavior, and developmental milestones to foster strong home-school connections Assist in planning lessons that incorporate childhood development principles and standardized testing when applicable Follow mandated reporting laws to ensure child welfare and safety at all times Requirements Experience working with children in educational or childcare settings, including preschool or toddler care environments Knowledge of curriculum development, classroom management, behavior management, and child development instruction Familiarity with special education practices, early intervention programs, and childhood development theories Certification in first aid and CPR is required; ongoing training in child welfare is preferred Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and engage parents Ability to manage a classroom effectively while fostering a positive learning atmosphere Demonstrated experience teaching physical education or tutoring young children is advantageous Prior experience working in private schools or early childhood education centers is a plus Join us in shaping bright futures! This paid position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while developing your skills in early childhood education. We value energetic professionals dedicated to nurturing young minds through innovative teaching methods and compassionate care.