Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Wheaton

Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Wheaton Blue Bird Day

LLC - 4.1

Wheaton, IL Job Details Full-time $18.00 - $18.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Continuing education credits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Working with individuals with developmental disabilities Working with children with ADHD Working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Group facilitation in therapy Developmental disability care assistance Play-based instruction Cognitive development instruction Collaboration with other professionals for student support Pediatrics Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Teaching students with autism spectrum disorder Social-emotional development (child development components) Associate's degree Child & youth therapy Entry level Group therapy instruction Full Job Description Make a Meaningful Difference as a Therapeutic Assistant! Do you love working on a collaborative team with a shared mission? Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community while growing your skills in a play-based, child-centered clinical environment? Blue Bird Day , a leading specialized intensive pediatric therapeutic day program, is seeking a Therapeutic Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists in Wheaton, IL . Apply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers! About the Role As a Therapeutic Assistant , you will support children ages 2-7 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. In this role, you'll help promote each child's cognitive, social, emotional, adaptive, and developmental growth by: 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

CompensationBenefits Hourly Rate:

$18-$18.50/hour

Health Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision + LifeDisability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Competitive PTO and Holiday Allowances 401(k) with Employer Contributions Continuing Education (CEU)

Reimbursement Employee Referral Program ScheduleLocation Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00

PM Location:

140 E. Loop Rd. Wheaton, IL 60189 Requirements Bachelor's or Associate's degree OR completion of at least 60 semester hours of college-level coursework Experience working with children or clients with special needs is a plus Ability to lift up to 25lbs Why Join Blue Bird Day? Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture Professional growth opportunities, including mentorship and CEU support The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with neurodiverse needs Please see our full Therapeutic Assistant job description attached to this posting, along with details of our competitive benefits package. Apply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers to join our mission of empowering children with neurodiverse needs to succeed!