Teacher Assistant - Chicago
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Education
Teacher Assistant
- Therapeutic Day Program
3319 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL | Clinic-Based | Predictable Monday–Friday Schedule
- No Evenings or Weekends.
Make a Meaningful Difference as a Teacher Assistant!
Do you love working on a collaborative team with a shared mission? Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community while growing your skills in a play-based, child-centered clinical environment?
Merlin Day Academy
, an ISBE-approved private therapeutic day school
, is seeking a Teacher Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists.
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.
- 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
- Hourly Rate: $18.25–$20/hour
- Health Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision + Life & Disability Insurance - Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Competitive PTO and Holiday
Allowances:
Generous PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday - 401(k) with Employer Contributions:
Available for all employees; company match $1 for $1 for first 3% and $.50 for $1 up to another 2% - Continuing Education (CEU) Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Free Onsite Parking
- 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
- 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
Salary: $18.25 - $20.00 per hour
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