Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant -Chicago (NC)

About The Role

As a Therapeutic Assistant, you will support children ages 2-7 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

• Assist with individualized therapy activities and classroom/lesson preparation
• Support group therapy rotations
• Collaborate daily with a multidisciplinary team of therapists
• Help maintain 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

• 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

Hourly Rate: $18.25–$18.75/hour

Schedule

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Location

1921 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL 60613

Why Join Blue Bird Day?

• Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture
• Professional growth opportunities, including mentorship and CEU support
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with neurodiverse needs