Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teacher (0 to
3) – Chicago Commons

Apply to join Chicago Commons as an Assistant Teacher (0 to
3) at the Paulo Freire Center in Chicago.

Paulo Freire Center, 1653 W. 43rd Street, Chicago, IL 60609.

Accessible communities:
Pilsen, Back of the Yards, West Humboldt Park.

• Employer Paid Life Insurance, STD Insurance, LTD Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement & Savings
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Family Hub Division support for entire family
• Wellness and health lunch spaces for teachers
• Credit Union Membership
• Individualized professional development support to grow as a teacher

Assist the lead teacher in developing a classroom atmosphere where children can grow and develop in a safe and positive learning space. Candidates must have a passion for creating a safe and nurturing environment for children to receive a quality education.

• Partner with the lead teacher to develop a welcoming learning environment for children and their families.
• Assist with planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities across core areas.
• Supervise and interact with all children’s activities.
• Develop strong partnerships with families.
• Assume responsibility for the classroom in the absence of the lead teacher.
• Attend home visits and parent–teacher conference assessment reviews as needed.
• Participate in Family Reviews and IFSP/IEP meetings as needed.
• Share responsibility for preparation and clean‑up of all classroom activities.
• Assist with ordering supplies needed for the program.
• Maintain reports on children’s growth and development.
• Attend and participate in parent meetings, in‑service training and weekly team meetings.
• Assist with implementation of the Reggio Emilia Philosophy, focusing on in‑depth studies and classroom explorations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or 30 college credit hours with a minimum of 15 credit hours in early childhood or child development; at least one year of experience in an early learning setting preferred.

Technical

Skills:

Proficient reading and writing in English. Must be able to operate a computer and word‑processing system.

Physical Demands: Occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds; frequent standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, crouching or crawling.

An attractive and competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.