Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details
Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Blue Jays Learning Center

Teacher Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Career Insights for Teacher Assistant

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Illinois data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

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

Explore Career

Job Description

Job Overview We are seeking multiple dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher Assistants to join our educational team! In this vital role, you will support classroom teachers in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for students with diverse needs. Your energy and commitment will help foster academic growth, social-emotional development, and independence among students. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while gaining valuable experience in special education and early childhood education settings. We are looking to hire Teacher Assistants in our Toddler, Two Year Old, Preschool and PreK classrooms. Duties Assist classroom teachers with implementing lesson plans across subjects such as literacy, math, and social skills. Manage classroom behavior by applying positive behavior interventions and supporting classroom management techniques to promote a respectful learning environment. Collaborate closely with teachers to develop and adapt lesson plans, classroom activities, and behavior plans that support student success. Assist with classroom organization, including preparing materials, maintaining a safe environment, and supporting early childhood development activities such as toddler care or preschool routines. Qualifications Experience working with children in early childhood education settings or special education classrooms. Knowledge of childhood development principles and classroom management techniques. Strong communication skills for collaborating effectively with team members, parents, and specialists.
Pay:
$15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person