Teacher Assistant - Chicago
About the role
As a Teacher Assistant, you will support children ages 6-14 years old with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. In this role, you'll help promote each child's cognitive, social, emotional, adaptive, and developmental growth by:
- Assisting with individualized therapy activities and classroom/lesson preparation
- Supporting group therapy rotations
- Collaborating daily with occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and social workers
- Helping maintain a positive, engaging, play-based learning environment
Responsibilities
Supporting children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs by:
- Assisting with individualized therapy activities and classroom/lesson preparation
- Supporting group therapy rotations
- Collaborating daily with occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and social workers
- Maintaining a positive, engaging, play-based learning environment
Requirements
Bachelor's or Associate's degree OR completion of at least 60 semester hours of college-level coursework
Experience working with children or clients with special needs is a plus
Ability to lift up to 25lbs
Benefits
Hourly Rate: $18.25 – $18.75/hour
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision + Life & Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Competitive PTO and Holiday Allowances
401(k) with Employer Contributions
Continuing Education (CEU) Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Pay
$18.25 – $18.75/hour
Schedule & Location
Monday–Friday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM OR 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Location: 3319 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL
Qualifications
None specified
Skills
Not specified
Benefits
See full job description for details
Pay
Hourly rate: $18.25 – $18.75/hour
Schedule & Location
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM OR 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Location: 3319 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL
Application
Please see our full Teacher Assistant job description attached to this posting, along with details of our competitive benefits package. Apply today at threebirdsonemission.com/careers to join our mission of empowering children with neurodiverse needs to succeed!