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Infant Assistant Teacher

Little Newtons - Elmwood Park·Elmwood Park, Illinois

$18 - $21/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 7 days ago
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About the role

Plan and implement engaging, hands-on activities to foster child development while maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant classroom environment. Collaborate with families through updates and conferences and mentor classroom assistants to ensure educational excellence.

Benefits

Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance 401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Join Our Team at Little Newtons! At Little Newtons, we foster a nurturing, creative environment where children thrive. We’re looking for passionate Teachers to inspire young learners, ensure classroom excellence, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Why Join Us? Supportive Team

  • Work in a collaborative, family-like atmosphere where your contributions are valued.
  • Professional
  • Growth: Access ongoing training, development programs, and opportunities for career advancement.
  • Work-Life
  • Balance: Enjoy consistent weekday schedules with paid training days.
  • Engaging
  • Spaces: Bright, organized classrooms filled with high-quality materials and tools for creative learning.
  • Purpose-Driven
  • Work: Make a real impact on children’s lives while supporting their unique learning journeys.
  • State of the
  • Art
  • Curriculum: Work with an innovative curriculum that follows the child-directed model.
  • Your
  • Role:
  • Inspire
  • Learning: Plan and implement engaging, hands-on activities in art, music, literature, science, and more, fostering cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
  • Create a
  • Safe
  • Space: Supervise all activities, maintain clean and organized classrooms, and ensure safety protocols are always followed.
  • Connect with
  • Families: Share updates, observations, and evidence of learning using tools like our Kindertales app. Conduct bi-annual parent conferences and address family concerns positively.
  • Promote
  • Growth: Observe, document, and celebrate each child’s development while tailoring lessons to individual needs, interests, and learning styles.
  • Uphold
  • Compliance: Follow state licensing standards, conduct emergency drills, and complete necessary paperwork, including incident reports and daily logs.
  • Lead the
  • Team: Mentor classroom assistants, maintain classroom procedures, and collaborate with the leadership team on continuous improvements.
  • Foster
  • Community: Create positive relationships with parents, colleagues, and children to support a warm, inclusive learning environment.
  • What
  • You’ll
  • Need:
  • Education &
  • Experience: High School Diploma/GED +; CDA or higher preferred; Refer to state requirements for lead or assistant teacher qualifications
  • Certifications: CPR, First Aid (or willingness to obtain). A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is a plus.

Skills

  • Strong understanding of child development and classroom management. Creativity and flexibility to adapt lessons for diverse learners. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage families and team members. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
  • Perks of
  • Joining
  • Our
  • Team: Competitive pay Opportunities for professional growth, including training and certification support. A supportive leadership team that prioritizes your success. Collaborative, fun work culture with a focus on teamwork. Paid time off, paid training sessions, and a positive work-life balance. Full Time employees qualify for health, vision and dental, as well as 10 paid Holidays.
  • Physical and
  • Cognitive
  • Expectations: Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds, kneel, crawl, and respond quickly to children’s needs. Maintain focus, learn new tasks independently, and problem-solve effectively. Participate actively in all classroom and outdoor activities.

Ready to Shape Bright Futures? If you’re a caring, energetic educator with a passion for early childhood development, we’d love to meet you! Join the Little Newtons family today and be part of something extraordinary.

Little Newtons is an equal opportunity employer committed to a positive work environment.

To learn more, please visit us at https://littlenewtons.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-Logo-and-Benefits-Update-1.pdf

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or GED, with a CDA or higher preferred. Must have or be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications and possess a strong understanding of child development.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Communication
  • Flexibility
  • Mentoring
  • Organization
  • Prioritization
  • Creativity
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Lesson planning
  • Parent communication
  • Child development
  • Classroom management
  • Observation and documentation

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $21/hr
Location
Elmwood Park, Illinois
Posted
Jul 17, 2026
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Hiring organization

Little Newtons - Elmwood Park

At Little Newtons, we operate five different brands which include Little Newtons, Red Balloon, Peace of Mind, Little Sprouts Academy, and Bright Beginnings Academy. In each brand, every day is filled with imagination, love and education -- leading to new adventures for little...

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryEducation
TypeEducational
Size201-500 employees
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Illinois teaching assistants remain in steady demand

In Illinois, teaching assistant roles are commonly driven by school staffing needs in special education and general classroom support, especially where paraprofessional licensing is required. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a valid TASN paraprofessional license, at least 60 semester hours or a paraprofessional exam, plus strong communication and knowledge of disabilities. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original posting to save research time, then confirm your license status and readiness to follow classroom directions before applying.

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