Child Care Assistant Teacher - Chicago

About the role

Join Bright Horizons at Illinois Medical District (1851 W. Harrison St., Chicago IL 60612) as an Assistant Teacher. Full-time positions are available working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while pursuing a CDA or college degree at no cost.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
• Provide support in any classroom or age group where teaching coverage is needed across a center or in nearby locations

Requirements

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED (required)
• 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings (preferred)
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field (preferred)
• Must pass required state and company background checks

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight over 40 pounds
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and fully participate in activities
• Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training

This position requires in-person work in an early education/preschool child care center in the Chicago, IL area.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is between $17.45 and $21.70 per hour, depending on experience, education, training, certifications, geography, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
• Employee Referral Bonus Program