Job detail
Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Chicago (NC)
Blue Bird Day LLC
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/4/2026
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
$18 - $19 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The therapeutic assistant will support children with neurodiverse needs by assisting with individualized therapy activities and classroom preparation. They will also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists to maintain an engaging, play-Based learning environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's or associate's degree, or have completed at least 60 semester hours of college-Level coursework. Experience working with children or clients with special needs is considered a plus.
associate degreebachelor degreeCommunicationCollaborationPlay-based learningChild developmentClassroom managementInterdisciplinary teamworkAutism spectrum disorder supportGroup therapy facilitationADHD supportSensory processing disorder supportLesson preparationPediatric therapy support
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Continuing education reimbursement
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Holiday allowances