Preschool Classroom Assistant

Are you a passionate educator, committed to the growth and education of children? Open Space Early Learning Center is looking for experienced classroom teachers to join our team! If you are passionate about teaching our littlest humans how to grow and thrive in their environment, we would love to meet you!

We are currently seeking full-time Classroom Assistants to join our team! This is a perfect position for those just starting in the field, career changers, or those looking to try something new! We offer comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive working environment.

• Provide assistance in classrooms as outlined in the Daily Schedule
• Remain flexible in classroom assignments in order to maintain the safety of all students
• Assist staff with both long and short range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy.
• Provide breaks and lunches for classroom teachers
• Assist in all areas of daily center activities, including meal preparation and serving
• Meeting the individual needs of every child by interacting with them to encourage and support play, exploration, and learning
• Collaborating with families to create inclusive and culturally relevant classroom and curriculum
• Providing a fun, welcoming, warm and safe classroom environment
• Professional daily interactions and active communication with children, co-workers, and parents.
• Meeting and following requirements of all licensing agencies

• American Heart Association or Red Cross CPR & First Aid training
• New Illinois Food Handler
• Current Gateways Membership
• Inccrra Training:
  Sudden Infant Death
• Inccrra Training:
  Shaken Baby Syndrome
• Inccrra Training:
  Trauma Informed Practice
• Mandated Reporter Training
• Physical within last 6 months
• Proof of TB Test, TDAP, and 2 Doses of MMR and immunization
• Proof of a completed primary series of Covid-19 vaccination
• 3 letters of recommendation
• Proof of Education – Official Transcripts or HS Diploma
• Personnel will have a fingerprinting and/or criminal investigation report completed

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off