Preschool Assistant Teacher
Chesterbrook Academy (#30), 6351 S Cass Ave, Westmont, Illinois, United States of America
Req #8208
Friday, November 1, 2024
Spring Education Group's Early Childhood Education Division includes nearly 150 schools offering services from infant care through Pre-K/K programs, as well as summer camp and after-school programs. Our locations span a nationwide geographic footprint and a diverse array of pedagogical approaches — including our proprietary that draws from the collective expertise of renowned early-age educators such as Dewey, Piaget and Vygotsky; Montessori schools that embrace both accredited Montessori methods – (Association Montessori Internationale) and (American Montessori Society); and progressive language immersion programs in Mandarin and Spanish.
At Chesterbrook Academy, we are excited to announce this new career opportunity! Are you an aspiring Early Childhood Educator who is warm, passionate, and values supporting a classroom centered on the perfect balance of learning and play - we know just the place for you to grow! Apply today to join the Chesterbrook community of educators who embrace our Culture of Care – and find out how you can grow with us!
Benefits Offered:
Professional Development (CDA Program, Tuition Reimbursement, In-service days, & more)
Employee Childcare Discount & Uncapped Referral Program
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision & Pet Insurance
401K Retirement Plan
Personalized & Interactive Training Program
Job Description:
As a Preschool Assistant Teacher you will have the opportunity to work with all age groups (Infants-Pre-K). In the classroom you will be responsible for assisting the lead teacher with classroom operations such as student engagement, classroom behavior management, and assisting in the implementation of our superior Early Childhood Education curriculum while maintaining a happy, safe, and healthy education environment for the children. Our teams collaborate and build relationships with fellow staff members, school administration, families, and the community.
Employment Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to often carry and lift 25 pounds or less (25-50%) and occasionally carry and lift 25-50 pounds (10-25%).
Previous experience working in a licensed child care facility.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively "Company") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.
Other details
Job Function
Early Childhood Education
Pay Type
Hourly
Employment Indicator
Full Time
Min Hiring Rate
$16.00
Max Hiring Rate
$17.50
Travel Required
No
Required Education
High School