Teacher Assistant - Part-Time

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for a full-time, non-exempt position of Teacher Assistant in the Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC). This position reports directly to the Director of the Early Childhood Education Center and is located in River Forest, IL.

The Teacher Assistant collaborates with the Lead Teacher to support the physical, social, cognitive, spiritual, and emotional development of the children in the Early Childhood Education Center through a nurturing, Christ-centered, and developmentally appropriate environment.

Part-Time (21 - 29 hours per week).

• Fosters the development of each child spiritually, socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally
• Collaborates with head teacher to support curriculum by implementing plans outlined by head teacher as directed
• Prepares and assists with the physical preparations and clean-up of classroom activities as outlined in each classroom's list of duties
• Maintains responsibility for the health and safety of the children
• Promotes the Center's mission/vision statement
• Maintains appropriate contact with and provides support for parents and families
• Serves as a center-wide substitute as needed
• Assists with monitoring and supervising the work and attendance of lab students, observation/methods students, and student teachers as needed
• Follows standards set by DCFS (Department of Child and Family Services), NLSA (National Lutheran School Association) and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)
• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS)

• Strong administrative skills, including related computer and technology skills
• Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
• Ability to work with and cooperate with supervisory staff at all levels
• Ability to review, understand, and apply concepts presented at conferences and/or professional literature

1 year of experience as an assistant teacher in an Early Childhood Education Center preferred

High School Diploma or GED required;
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability and Survivor Plan (Basic Life Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.