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Assistant Teacher- IL

Children of America

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#Accountability#Documentation#Integrity#Safety#Collaboration#Pre-K#Consistency#Preschool#Child development#Professional growth
#Classroom management
#Growth mindset
OtherOn Site0-2 yrs$18 - $23 / HOURPosted 1 month ago

Location

Flossmoor, Illinois

Salary

$18 - $23 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Assistant Teacher is responsible for executing daily lesson plans and maintaining a safe, structured, and positive learning environment for children. They must also communicate professionally with parents and staff while documenting child progress using technology.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and demonstrate strong organizational and decision-making skills. The role requires the ability to build positive relationships with children and families and a commitment to professional growth.

high schoolCommunicationAdaptabilityEmpathyOrganizational skillsDecision-makingRelationship buildingSafety complianceLesson planningTechnology proficiencyChild developmentClassroom managementEarly childhood education

Job description

About Children of America (COA)

Children of America is a unique blend of people, principles, and pride that makes our organization rich in diversity and strength. As an Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow professionally and share your passion for early childhood education.

Our programs serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp. Our culture encourages employees to bring their whole selves to work, because your unique perspectives and experiences make our team stronger.

Who You'll Interact With

This role interacts daily with children, parents, management, and teaching staff to support a collaborative and positive learning environment.

  • Minimum Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Strong organizational and decision-making skills
  • Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
  • Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations
  • Commitment to professional growth
  • Day-to-Day Responsibilities
  • Responsible for carrying out daily lesson plans
  • Assist in creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
  • Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members
  • Utilize technology to document and deliver child progress reports
  • Exhibit empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs
  • Present age-appropriate expectations for children
  • Be creative, passionate, and engaged in your work
  • Demonstrate willingness to grow into a Lead Teacher role

Our Shared Mission & Values • Accountability

  • Take responsibility, learn from mistakes, and uphold COA's mission and values
  • Collaboration: Align solutions that meet stakeholder needs
  • Growth
  • Mindset: Treat challenges as opportunities for learning and growth
  • Integrity: Make decisions ethically and consider their impact on all stakeholders
  • Consistency: Ensure continuity of care and clear expectations for children and families

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid vacation
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Educational assistance
  • Accident insurance
  • Recognition programs
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Childcare discount
  • Internal career advancement opportunities
  • T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships

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Children of America

Children of America (COA): It’s A Special Recipe of People, Principles And Pride... Working at COA is more than just a job, it’s an environment that enables you to achieve your career goals while helping children and families realize their own. As industry leaders we offer an...

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IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypePublic Company
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQDelray Beach, FL
Founded1998
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Benefits

  • Internal career advancement opportunities
  • 50% employee childcare discount
  • Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships
  • Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
  • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident, disability
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid vacation and holidays

The Hourly pay rate range for this position is $16.83 to $18.17 hourly. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives or other benefits.

Children of America is committed to fair and transparent hiring practices. This job description is intended to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state-specific pay transparency regulations.

The listed responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation range reflect the essential functions and expectations of the role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, geographic location, and internal equity.

Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.

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