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Teacher Assistant
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-09-12
Listing for:
Mary Crane Center
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Preschool / Daycare -
Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
We’re hiring Teacher Assistants for our Early Head Start (0–3) classrooms.
This role is hands‑on, meaningful, and best suited for someone who enjoys working closely with young children in a structured, team‑based environment.
What You’ll Do as a Teacher Assistant- Support daily care, routines, and play for infants and toddlers
- Help create a calm, safe, and engaging classroom
- Work side‑by‑side with a Lead Teacher
- Build positive relationships with children and families
- $1,000 sign‑on bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Ongoing training and growth opportunities (CDA support, coaching)
- A team environment where staff support each other
- Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood OR 60 college credits (15 in ECE)
- Gateways Infant Toddler Credential Level 4
- Able to lift 30 lbs and work on the floor with children
- Reliable, team‑oriented, and open to feedback
Working with infants and toddlers is more hands‑on and physically active than other age groups. We focus on creating classrooms where staff feel supported so they can do their best work.
Apply today to join a team making a real impact in early childhood.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law. To request accommodations, please contact x2866.
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