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Chicago Commons Description
Located in accessible communities (Pilsen, Back of the Yards, West Humbolt Park) Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid STD Insurance, Employer Paid LTD Insurance 403b Retirement & Savings Generous Paid Time Off Flexible Spending Accounts Chicago Commons provides support for the entire family through our Family Hub Division. Break out lunch spaces that focus on (wellness and health) for our teachers! Credit Union Membership Looking to GROW as a teacher, Chicago Commons offers individualized professional development support. Start your career with US and Grow with US! Job Details
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Benefits of working with Chicago Commons:
Located in accessible communities (Pilsen, Back of the Yards, West Humbolt Park) Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid STD Insurance, Employer Paid LTD Insurance 403b Retirement & Savings Generous Paid Time Off Flexible Spending Accounts Chicago Commons provides support for the entire family through our Family Hub Division. Break out lunch spaces that focus on (wellness and health) for our teachers! Pet Benefits Credit Union Membership Looking to GROW as a teacher, Chicago Commons offers individualized professional development support. Start your career with US and Grow with US! 7.5 hours day Chicago Commons believes the Reggio-Inspired approach to learning is one that mirrors our values. The Reggio-inspired approach to education is where children, families, and teachers work together to create a dynamic and problem-solving approach to learning. Our teachers aim to empower children to explore and learn in a unique environment that encourages a child's critical thinking and creativity.
Our early childhood program serves as the backbone for many at-risk Chicago communities, including West Humboldt Park, Pilsen, Bronzeville, and New City/Back of the Yards. These neighborhoods are impacted by high rates of poverty and limited educational and economic resources.
Position Summary
The teacher aide assists the classroom teaching team in developing a classroom atmosphere where children can grow and develop in a safe and positive learning space. Candidates must have a passion for creating a safe and nurturing environment for children to receive a quality education.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
(These include but are not limited to the following. The company reserves the right to add to, delete, change or modify the essential duties and responsibilities at any time.)
Assists the teaching team in planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities for young children including the following activities: Self Image, Language/Literacy Development, Music and Movement, Social Studies, Science, Math, Art, Large/Small Motor Activities, and In-Depth Projects. Assists with classroom coverage during lunchtime and when back-up coverage is needed. Assists the teaching team in developing a classroom environment that is a welcoming learning environment for children and their families Assists with supervision and interaction of children during all activities Develops strong partnerships with the families Shares responsibility for preparation and clean-up of all classroom activities Attends and participates in parent meetings, in-service trainings, and weekly team meetings. Assists with the implementation of the Reggio Emilia Philosophy, focusing on in depth studies and classroom explorations Maintains reports on children’s growth and development Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification Requirements
(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or 60 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age 6 or 1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age 6.
Technical Skills
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to read and write English proficiently. Candidates must regularly operate a word-processing system and therefore must be able to read, produce and transmit data on such a system
Physical Demands
Candidates must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and are frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Compensation
An attractive and competitive compensation and benefits package will be available commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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Chicago Commons is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, marital or parental status, sexual orientation including gender identity, gender expression, military discharge status, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. In addition, Chicago Commons provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws (including during the application or hiring process). Seniority level
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Teacher Aide 0 to 3
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Chicago Commons 7 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
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Chicago Commons Description
Located in accessible communities (Pilsen, Back of the Yards, West Humbolt Park) Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid STD Insurance, Employer Paid LTD Insurance 403b Retirement & Savings Generous Paid Time Off Flexible Spending Accounts Chicago Commons provides support for the entire family through our Family Hub Division. Break out lunch spaces that focus on (wellness and health) for our teachers! Credit Union Membership Looking to GROW as a teacher, Chicago Commons offers individualized professional development support. Start your career with US and Grow with US! Job Details
Description
Benefits of working with Chicago Commons:
Located in accessible communities (Pilsen, Back of the Yards, West Humbolt Park) Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid STD Insurance, Employer Paid LTD Insurance 403b Retirement & Savings Generous Paid Time Off Flexible Spending Accounts Chicago Commons provides support for the entire family through our Family Hub Division. Break out lunch spaces that focus on (wellness and health) for our teachers! Pet Benefits Credit Union Membership Looking to GROW as a teacher, Chicago Commons offers individualized professional development support. Start your career with US and Grow with US! 7.5 hours day Chicago Commons believes the Reggio-Inspired approach to learning is one that mirrors our values. The Reggio-inspired approach to education is where children, families, and teachers work together to create a dynamic and problem-solving approach to learning. Our teachers aim to empower children to explore and learn in a unique environment that encourages a child's critical thinking and creativity.
Our early childhood program serves as the backbone for many at-risk Chicago communities, including West Humboldt Park, Pilsen, Bronzeville, and New City/Back of the Yards. These neighborhoods are impacted by high rates of poverty and limited educational and economic resources.
Position Summary
The teacher aide assists the classroom teaching team in developing a classroom atmosphere where children can grow and develop in a safe and positive learning space. Candidates must have a passion for creating a safe and nurturing environment for children to receive a quality education.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
(These include but are not limited to the following. The company reserves the right to add to, delete, change or modify the essential duties and responsibilities at any time.)
Assists the teaching team in planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities for young children including the following activities: Self Image, Language/Literacy Development, Music and Movement, Social Studies, Science, Math, Art, Large/Small Motor Activities, and In-Depth Projects. Assists with classroom coverage during lunchtime and when back-up coverage is needed. Assists the teaching team in developing a classroom environment that is a welcoming learning environment for children and their families Assists with supervision and interaction of children during all activities Develops strong partnerships with the families Shares responsibility for preparation and clean-up of all classroom activities Attends and participates in parent meetings, in-service trainings, and weekly team meetings. Assists with the implementation of the Reggio Emilia Philosophy, focusing on in depth studies and classroom explorations Maintains reports on children’s growth and development Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification Requirements
(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or 60 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age 6 or 1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age 6.
Technical Skills
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to read and write English proficiently. Candidates must regularly operate a word-processing system and therefore must be able to read, produce and transmit data on such a system
Physical Demands
Candidates must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and are frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Compensation
An attractive and competitive compensation and benefits package will be available commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To learn more about Chicago Commons' benefits package, please click
HERE.
Chicago Commons is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, marital or parental status, sexual orientation including gender identity, gender expression, military discharge status, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. In addition, Chicago Commons provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws (including during the application or hiring process). Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Education and Training Industries Individual and Family Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Chicago Commons by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Teaching Aide” roles.
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