Marillac St.Vincent Family Services Inc·Chicago, Illinois
The Assistant Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing a child development program focused on the emotional, social, educational, and physical growth of very young children under supervisory direction. Key duties include creating a secure learning environment, preparing and submitting lesson plans, engaging with children individually, managing behavior, attending to physical needs, and maintaining professional communication with parents.
Job title: Assistant Teacher
STATUS: Full Time
Flsa status: Non-Exempt
Hours/Week: 40
Division: Marillac Social Center
Department: Birth to Three
Directly supervises: None
As stewards of the Vincentian spirit, employees of Marillac St. Vincent Family Services are committed to strengthening and empowering those most in need to reach their greatest potential. We fulfill our mission through quality programs for children, teens, families, seniors and homeless.
Our employees commit themselves as individuals to live out the core values of integrity, excellence, creativity, advocacy, respect and empowerment in our daily work, as we serve the needs of others.
Integrity - Acting with transparency, humility and honesty
Excellence - Providing quality care with compassion
Creativity - Being continuously resourceful and inventive
Advocacy - Supporting the cause of those who lack resources for a reasonable quality of life
Respect - Recognizing our own value and upholding the dignity and value of all people
Empowerment - Providing skills and resources to achieve full human development
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Versatility – Understanding and appreciating different and opposing perspectives on an issue; adapting one’s approach as the requirements of the situation change; an eagerness for positive action; self-control; active listening.
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A collaborative work model – Cooperatively working and sharing responsibility; contributing to the group effort; realizing a sense of commitment and ownership in the success of the organization’s goals.
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Mutual accountability – Holds others accountable with their roles; provides and receives feedback and takes constructive action.
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Client/customer advocate – Identifies opportunities to improve quality of services; presents one’s self professionally.
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Protects confidentiality & privacy – Respects and protects information about all staff and clients.
General Summary: Plan and implement a child development program designed for emotional, social, educational and
physical development of the very young child, within the framework of the agency’s philosophy and objectives, under the direction of the Child Development Supervisor and Director.
Washing toys that are put in mouth, as needed throughout the day. Washing and cleaning of shelves and equipment. Responsibly select toys, and supplies that are developmentally appropriate for the child. 12. Regularly keep parents informed of their child's growth and development in a respectful, professional manner and encourages parents to participate in the program. Respect cultural diversity. Support parents helping them feel confident as parents. Provide opportunities for parents to learn about the curriculum and how they can extend learning at home. Conduct parent-teacher conferences twice a year. 13. At least annually, conduct an assessment with the Supervisor & Director to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the program and set program goals for the next year. 14. Act with integrity and aspire to model our Core Values in the delivery of all services.
Associates Degree or Bachelor in Early Childhood/Child Development from an accredited college or university is desired. Member of Gateways.
Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in group child care
Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in group child care and Minimum 30 semester hours (or 60 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with 15 semester hours (30 quarter hours) in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Candidates must commit to continuing to pursue the Associate degree in ECE.
Qualified candidates possess emotional maturity, respectfulness, nurturance and patience for children. Furthermore, they must demonstrate the ability to model appropriate behavior; and to contribute to each child's physical, intellectual, social, emotional and developmental needs. Additionally, the ability to lift thirty pounds and to accompany young children on program related outings is required.
Ability to read and speak English proficiently. Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to physically interact with children, including talk, hear, sit, stand, walk; use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and or move items.
Must be able to manually operate and use a computer and other office equipment.
Possess the ability to fulfill any and all activities normally expected in a classroom setting, to include, but not limited to active participation in group activities.
Ability to clearly hear and understand telephone conversations.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-30 pounds.
At times, may require more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.
Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).
This is not a sedentary position but requires constant movement in keeping the planned group activities.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Student Classroom 2. Playground outside 3. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud
Market context
Illinois early childhood programs often look for assistant teachers who can support infant and toddler classrooms, especially where staffing and licensing requirements are tight. This role is competitive for candidates with an associate’s or bachelor’s in Early Childhood or Child Development, Gateways membership, and the emotional maturity needed for birth-to-three care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare what the original posting asks for before applying.
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