Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Chicago; West Loop
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Make a Meaningful Difference as a Therapeutic 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?
Blue Bird Day
, a leading specialized intensive pediatric therapeutic day program, is seeking a Therapeutic Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists.
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About the RoleAs a Therapeutic Assistant
, you will support children ages 3–6 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
- Hourly Rate: $18–$18.50/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
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
- Location: 1233 W. Adams St. Chicago, IL 60607
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
- 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
Please see our full Therapeutic Assistant job description attached to this posting, along with details of our competitive benefits package.
Apply today at to join our mission of empowering children with neurodiverse needs to succeed!
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