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Blue Bird Day

Teacher Assistant

Blue Bird Day, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional We are seeking a

Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional

to join our team to support our therapeutic staff. The

Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional

will join a team of therapeutic professionals including licensed social workers, occupational, physical, speech and ABA therapists.

Mentorship and opportunities to observe therapy sessions, as well as assistance with graduate school application process, will be provided for our therapeutic assistant paraprofessionals. 80% of our

Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional

staff have been accepted into graduate healthcare programs!

Responsibilities

Assists therapists with clients and promotes their participation in therapeutic activities.

Assists in therapy room and lesson preparation.

Assists students with their daily care needs.

Assists in cleaning and organizing facility.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred.

At least 60 semester hours of college credit or successful completion of a paraprofessional exam.

Willingness to obtain a paraprofessional license.

Ability to lift 35 lbs.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate based on experience $17-19 per hour.

Paraprofessional license renewal.

Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO).

Paid Federal Holidays, Paid Floating Holiday and Professional Development Days.

New Parent 6 week ramp up (20 hour schedule at full salary for first 6 weeks).

401k with substantial company match.

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO medical insurance.

Dental and Vision insurance.

$25,000 Life Insurance policy.

No travel and onsite parking.

For more information, please visit our careers page: https://bluebirddayprogram.com/careers/

Our collaborative culture is celebrated by our teacher assistant paraprofessional team! In-depth onboarding to set you up for success. Individualized mentorship focused on your unique goals. Birthday and Anniversary celebrations. Branded Company Apparel. Holiday celebrations and more!

Blue Bird Day is an intensive therapy program for children with autism, ADHD, and other developmental disorders. Therapy is offered in a preschool-like setting run by therapists. Services include occupational, physical, speech, developmental, ABA and other therapies. Our locations are in Chicago's West Loop, Northcenter neighborhoods and Wheaton; we are growing.

Salary: $18.00 - $18.50 per hour

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