EHS Teacher Assistant; Center

Job Details:

Location:

Chicago, IL 60622
Salary: $37,200 – $40,200 (based on experience)
Sign‑On Bonus: $500 upon hire and $500 after 90 days

The Toddler Teacher Assistant partners with the Lead Toddler Teacher to facilitate the education, care, and general development of children in the toddler classroom, following DCFS licensing, NAEYC, and Head Start performance standards.

• Work with the classroom team to develop culturally and developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Assist in creating a safe, welcoming learning environment for toddlers and families.
• Promote positive interactions and recognize the achievements of children, families, and staff.
• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing classroom activities and lesson plans.
• Help maintain compliance with state and federal regulations and Head Start performance standards.

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Illinois Gateways Infant Toddler Credential Level
  3.
• Preferred:
  Bilingual/bicultural Spanish.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50pounds.
• Successful criminal, child‑abuse, and sex‑offender background checks.
• Member of AFSCME or willing to join within 30days of hire.

• Competitive salary of $37,200 – $40,200 based on experience.
• Work/life integration support and flexible scheduling where possible.
• Generous paid time off: 12 sick days, 3 personal days, paid birthday off, 8 paid holidays (including Juneteenth), and additional paid holidays for the week surrounding Christmas.
• Vacation accrues at 8 days (Year1), 13 days (Year2), and 20 days (Year3+).
• Two weeks fully paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• Paid day off annually for personal professional development.
• Tuition assistance and debt‑relief program (budget‑dependent).
• CPR and First Aid certification and 20 hours of annual professional development training.
• Wellness support and employer‑sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer‑paid life insurance and voluntary disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, vision, and dependent care.
• 403(b) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Union Status: CBU/Exempt.
Sign‑On Incentive: $500 upon hire and an additional $500 after 90 days.

Erie Neighborhood House is an equal‑opportunity employer. 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.