Preschool Teacher Assistant (Center)

No travel required; on site work

Position

QUALIFICATIONS: Associates degree in Early Childhood Education Illinois Gateways ECE credential level 4 Bilingual/bicultural Spanish preferred Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds Criminal, Child Abuse and Neglect and Sex Offender background checks mandatory Qualifications AA in ECE (Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Must obtain an Illinois Gateway ECE credential level 4 within 6 months of Employment Experience working in licensed day care center Bilingual/bicultural Spanish preferred Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Physical constraints required include but are not limited to: the ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds, for purposes such as lifting a hurt child or lifting a child for the safety evacuation of the building during emergencies. Must be able to sit on the floor for extended periods of time.

Demonstrates the following qualities: self-motivated, self-directed, follows directions, makes good judgments, creative, reliable, and dependable. Exhibits sincere interest in working with children and is knowledgeable regarding children's development and growth. Ability to respond immediately to any emergency situation. Provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States Upon offer of employment, must complete all forms related to hiring, including Erie’s application and employment status. Must provide three letters of recommendation. In addition, must complete all DCFS licensing forms, including a criminal background check, fingerprinting, and a child abuse and neglect background check Union / Non Exempt TEAM MEMBER BENEFITS Compensation of $21.00 - $21.98 / hour based on experience Work/life integration Generous paid time off (examples below for full-time employment) 12 accrued sick days per year 3 personal days Paid birthday off 8 paid holidays, including Juneteenth In addition to the above paid holidays, paid week off between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day Vacation Year 1 = 8 days Year 2 = 13 days Year 3 + = 20 days Access to alternative and flexible work schedules and personal leave, where possible Two-weeks fully paid Parental Leave, for eligible employees Time off for school conferences and activities as well as bereavement leave Professional Development Employer-sponsored learning and development programs Paid day off annually for personal professional development Tuition Assistance & Debt Relief Program, as budget allows CPR and First Aid Training and 20 annual professional development training hours provided Wellness support Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life insurance Voluntary life and AD&D and shot and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, vision, and dependent care 403b with employer match Employee Assistance Program Sign On Bonus upon hire $500 and another $500 upon completion of 90 days. Erie Neighborhood House is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us at hr@eriehouse.org. NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE! MUST BE A MEMBER OF AFSCME OR JOIN AFTER 30 DAYS ERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ACCREDITED BY NAEYC & NATIONAL AFTER SCHOOL ASSOCIATION RECOGNIZED BY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE; UNITED WAY MEMBER