Teachers Assistant

Teacher's Assistant Islamic Center of Naperville Naperville, IL Job Details Full-time $23,000 - $26,000 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications School experience Teacher collaboration Parent collaboration Early childhood education Individualized instructions One-on-one student support Working with students Parent communication in school administration Classroom experience Teaching experience with young children Working with children with disabilities Teaching Full Job Description Teacher Assistant — Islamic School About the Role We are looking for a dedicated and caring Teacher Assistant to support our educators and students in a faith-centered learning environment. Working closely with our teaching staff, you will help create a nurturing, engaging classroom that reflects our school's Islamic values and supports every child's academic and personal growth. Responsibilities Assist teachers with lesson preparation, delivery, and curriculum development to ensure effective and engaging educational programs. Support students with special needs by providing individualized attention, accommodations, and consistent encouragement. Help facilitate activities and projects that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development in alignment with Islamic values. Implement classroom management strategies to maintain a positive, respectful, and productive learning environment. Monitor student progress and communicate observations to the lead teacher to help identify areas for improvement. Assist with administrative tasks including grading, record-keeping, and parent communication. Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment. Participate in professional development opportunities to continuously improve support practices.

Qualifications Required:

Experience working with young children, preferably in an early childhood or elementary education setting Ability to support students with special needs, providing patient and individualized assistance Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and parents Knowledge of early childhood education best practices Familiarity with childcare and classroom regulations and standards Strong understanding of Islamic values and culture, with the ability to model and reinforce them in a school setting Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred:

PEL (Professional Educator License) Paraprofessional Endorsement Prior experience in an Islamic school environment What We Offer A supportive, faith-centered school community where your work directly impacts the growth and development of young learners.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23,000.00 - $26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person