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Job Description 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). Responsibilities/Duties: • 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), • 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 1 year of experience as an assistant teacher in an Early Childhood Education Center preferred Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred Compensation and Benefits: Starting range is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following: • 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 Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume and references with their online application. 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. Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs. About Concordia University Chicago: Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu. Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Training & development, • Tuition assistance, • Flexible schedule Apply today and see for yourself what its like to work for an employer who knows the heart of our School is our teachers. YOU are a driving force of our culture, and youll notice the difference right away. Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School: • Your well-being is important to us! Our school offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holiday pay, childcare discounts, and a 401k Plus Match. We offer additional bonuses throughout the year., • Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Plus, our school offers up to $1000 per year in tuition reimbursement. We pride ourselves on promoting from within so you can continue to grow your career with us!, • You will be a part of a supportive team! Teachers have full support from our directors, including planning or resource time, to be successful in the classroom. We promise to maintain ratios and ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success., • the ability to understand and support the education program using learning through play philosophy;, • the ability to interact closely with children at their level;, • the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents;, • the ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare., • Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment, • Engage with children in meaningful play and activities, • Support each childs social and emotional development and provide positive guidance, • Respect cultural and ethnic diversity, • Establishing positive and effective family relations As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. This Is Your Moment The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.

Job Description Job Description: Preschool Teacher (PFAE) Job Duties: • Develop and implement lesson plans., • Set up and maintain an environment in the classroom that fosters learning, including switching or rotating materials in interest areas on a regular basis., • In cooperation with other staff, carry out routine duties such as toileting, hand washing, clean up, and supervision of children at all times, including outdoor play., • Collect anecdotal notes and portfolio items to assess children's development using individual records., • Communicate weekly with parents through a newsletter., • Host parent meetings throughout the year on various topics. These are in addition to parent conferences., • Conduct parent-teacher conferences twice a year., • Compile a list of equipment and materials needed for the classroom and, with the approval of the center director, order materials., • Meet with the instructional leader to help manage the grant. Applicant for PreSchool for All (PFAE) classroom teacher must hold current ECE, registered PEL with ECE endorsement that corresponds with the teaching assignment. Education: A bachelor's degree (Education) from a regionally accredited institution of higher education. Job Type: Full-time

Job Description ESL Teacher - IHSCA COMPANY DESCRIPTION Instituto Health Science Career Academy along with Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has set ambitious goals to ensure that every child-in every school and every neighborhood—has access to a world-class learning experience from birth, resulting in graduation from high school college- and career-ready. In alignment with CPS/ISBE, our school strives to provide high quality and specially designed instructional supports and services for all students with disabilities within the least restrictive environment. We work collaboratively with the goal of improving the academic achievement of all students with disabilities by ensuring they receive meaningful and relevant access to grade level core instruction within the school. Teachers provide appropriate, effective, and culturally relevant instruction for grades 9-12 aligned to SAT, AVID College Readiness, WIDA Standards and state/national standards. IHSCA ensures that students are provided a safe learning environment that supports student social-emotional growth as well as academics. POSITION DESCRIPTION The English as a Second language (ESL) Teacher provides instruction to high school students (9th – 12th ) in the ELL Program. The goal of this position is to guide English Language Learners toward gaining proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Culture and Language or their designee. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide ESL instruction to students in grades 9th – 12th., • Assist in administering required language proficiency and academic achievement tests for determining placement for students along with ongoing monitoring of student progress., • Assist in administering ACCESS to EL students, • Assist in developing appropriate curriculum to help ELL students acquire the English language., • Ensure all EL components from the state and the district are being implemented in lesson plans and in the classroom, • Employ a variety of instructional techniques and teaching strategies to meet different aptitudes and interests of students, including whole group (co-teaching)/ small-group or individual learning., • Assist in gathering and reporting data for reporting requirements and other required reports (to the State, Charter School Board, Dept of Education, census, grant applications, annual report, etc.)., • Establish and maintain communication with parents of students in the program., • Engage parents and families in their student’s learning and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community., • Participate in department meetings, • Assist and or Provide Professional Learning in the area of English Language Learners, • Contribute productively to the school as a whole., • Participate in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned., • Attend IEP, 504’, or other related meetings necessary for student assessment and/or compliance with federal and/or state law., • Attend IEP/504 meetings as an English/Bilingual Language Specialist, • Attend and participate in established traditional school-sponsored activities (i.e, back-to school night, open house, and other activities customarily attended by classroom teachers and/or faculty members), which may be outside of regular school hours., • Participate and or assist in the Bilingual Advisory Committee (BAC), • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in education, preferably with a concentration in English, • Professional educator’s license (preferred), • Must be ESL endorsed/certified, • Two years teaching experience in ESL/bilingual education, • Technologically literate including using Microsoft Office is required, • Ability to maintain a high sense of confidentiality, • Ability to work with a diverse group of people, • Ability to work as a member of a team, • Exceptional organization and time management skills, • Excellent oral and written communication skills, bilingual English/Spanish preferred, • Dependability and punctuality, • Ability to adhere to deadlines, react to unpredictable events quickly and efficiently, be resourceful, manage conflict and challenges, • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office The above is intended to describe the general conditions of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Nature of work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment. Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files. Approximately 50% of time spent standing as well as some lifting (under 30 lbs.) WORKING CONDITIONS Majority of work performed in a general school environment. Position requires availability for extended hours; non-traditional hours may be required to perform job duties. Attendance at school sponsored events and meetings is also required. BENEFITS Medical Dental Vison Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability 403b retirement saving plan Chicago Teachers Pension Fund (Only with ISBE License) PAID TIME OFF Sick Personal Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer Open until filled

Job Description Join Our Team at Little Newtons! At Little Newtons, we foster a nurturing, creative environment where children thrive. Were looking for passionate Teachers to inspire young learners, ensure classroom excellence, and make a meaningful impact every day. Why Join Us? • Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative, family-like atmosphere where your contributions are valued., • Professional Growth: Access ongoing training, development programs, and opportunities for career advancement., • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy consistent weekday schedules with paid training days., • Engaging Spaces: Bright, organized classrooms filled with high-quality materials and tools for creative learning., • Purpose-Driven Work: Make a real impact on childrens lives while supporting their unique learning journeys., • State of the Art Curriculum: Work with an innovative curriculum that follows the child-directed model.Your Role:, • Inspire Learning: Plan and implement engaging, hands-on activities in art, music, literature, science, and more, fostering cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development., • Create a Safe Space: Supervise all activities, maintain clean and organized classrooms, and ensure safety protocols are always followed., • Connect with Families: Share updates, observations, and evidence of learning using tools like our Kindertales app. Conduct bi-annual parent conferences and address family concerns positively., • Promote Growth: Observe, document, and celebrate each childs development while tailoring lessons to individual needs, interests, and learning styles., • Uphold Compliance: Follow state licensing standards, conduct emergency drills, and complete necessary paperwork, including incident reports and daily logs., • Lead the Team: Mentor classroom assistants, maintain classroom procedures, and collaborate with the leadership team on continuous improvements., • Foster Community: Create positive relationships with parents, colleagues, and children to support a warm, inclusive learning environment.What Youll Need:, • Education & Experience: High School Diploma/GED +; CDA or higher preferred; Refer to state requirements for lead or assistant teacher qualifications, • Certifications: CPR, First Aid (or willingness to obtain). A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is a plus.Skills:, • Strong understanding of child development and classroom management., • Creativity and flexibility to adapt lessons for diverse learners., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage families and team members., • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.Perks of Joining Our Team:, • Competitive pay, • Opportunities for professional growth, including training and certification support., • A supportive leadership team that prioritizes your success., • Collaborative, fun work culture with a focus on teamwork., • Paid time off, paid training sessions, and a positive work-life balance., • Full Time employees qualify for health, vision and dental, as well as 10 paid Holidays.Physical and Cognitive Expectations:, • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds, kneel, crawl, and respond quickly to childrens needs., • Maintain focus, learn new tasks independently, and problem-solve effectively. Little Newtons is an equal opportunity employer committed to a positive work environment. To learn more, please visit us at

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Job Description Apply below and get instant access to a free personal recruiter to help you land interviews at any of our 50+ partner childcare centers in the Chicagoland area! You’ll hear back from centers within 3 business days of applying with Clipboard. About This Opportunity We partner with 50+ childcare centers across Chicago, helping them hire Assistant Teachers, Lead Teachers, and Directors. These are direct employment opportunities with schools — you’ll be hired by the center itself, not a staffing platform. We’re recruiting for both full-time and part-time roles. Once you apply, our team will personally review your resume and reach out to connect you with the best-fit opportunities near you. What You'll Do • Support lesson plans and classroom activities, • Collaborate with teaching teams and administrators, • Maintain communication with families and staff, • Provide supervision and care for children across age groups, • Assistant Teachers – HS diploma required, • Lead Teachers – Associate's degree with 6+ Early Childhood Education credits OR a CDA (Child Development Associate)

Job Description Bi-Lingual (Spanish) Operations Assistant | Full Time, 12 Month Position Objective - The operations assistant works toward ensuring a smooth office environment with a focus on supporting the entire ChiTech community. This position requires completing consistent daily and weekly tasks, as well as identifying potential obstacles or opportunities to ensure smooth day to day operations in the office. In addition to collaborating with team members, it is the operation assistants responsibility to engage in student affairs displaying Chitech norms and core values. Responsibilities Office Management (Team Role: Support) • Support in managing the day to day operations of the school’s main office by providing students, staff, parents and other visitors with 1st class customer service and connecting them with the appropriate department in a polite and professional manner, • Support the completion of office and operations activities in a timely, efficient manner. Responsibilities include but are limited to:, • Receive and distribute incoming mail ensuring that all confidential documents are secure and delivered to the appropriate party in a timely manner, • Process outgoing mail,mass mailings (info packets, grade reports, etc. & packages for timely delivery, • Ensure frequently used documents by students, staff, and parents neatly organized and ready for us, • Serve as the main office’s gatekeeper to address questions, concerns, and minimize interruptions of the school’s leadership team, • Answer the phones, redirecting inquiries as they come and relaying accurate messages to staff in an appropriate time frame, without disruption of student instruction, • Collect, process and follow-up with families regarding student fees, • Distribute, organize and order student uniforms and uniform rentals following the school’s policy, • Update and enter student data (Aspen, Naviance, ODA, Verify, etc.), • Coordinating ID Pictures, • Student File management and organization, • Collecting required forms and documents by required deadlines (FIIF, Medical, enrollment docs, etc.), • Update and prepare the school calendar (PDF and via Google Calendar), • Store and file any and all confidential student information in a secure location meeting CPS file audit guidelines,contacting the families for any missing documentation, • Driver: Support the reporting of accurate attendance data by serving on the attendance team and completing activities including but not limited to, • Completing unsubmitted attendance, • Data updates and corrections, • Attend recruitment events to present Chitech’s student recruitment pitch in an exciting and authentic manner, • Conduct assigned recruitment calls to potential students reminding them of upcoming events, deadlines, andany missing information or documentation they may still need for enrollment, • Fulfill assigned home visits and collect required information, • Collaborate with the enrollment manager to create engaging activities to meet enrollment goal, • Aid in the assembling and mailing of recruitment packets and souvenirs to potential students, and schools, • Support the submission and entry of required compliance documents (Medical Compliance, FIIF (Driver)), • Conduct weekly facility walkthroughs and make recommendations for improvement, • Participate in the planning and execution of all school events (recruitment, open house, RCPU, B2S Night, etc.), • Ensure safe storage, maintenance and appropriate use of event equipment (mascot, sound system, etc.) andoversee usage/request for usage of equipment, • Monitor morning entry, dismissal, hallways, student lunch periods and other periods by maintaining a peaceful and clean eating environment, monitoring student behavior and ensuring student safety and wellness, • Act as a liaison between teachers and leadership as it relates to classroom furniture needs, • Ensure the building is secure and cleared on normal school days and during special eventsSchool Leadership Support (Team Role: Support), • Serve as administrative support to the school’s leadership team as requested, • Attend all required staff meetings, • Be available to open/close the building as needed, • Respond to emails in a timely manner, • Uphold ChiTech’s values and expectations Bachelor’s degree in related field, preferred * Experience working in an office, preferably in a school setting. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with students and staff * Basic phone and technology skills; use of google suite * Bi-lingual Spanish speaker

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Employee discounts, • Health insurance, • Opportunity for advancement, • Paid time off, • Relocation bonus, • Signing bonus, • Training & development The Program Support Specialist reports to the Director and Assistant Director for day to day operations. Responsibilities: Major responsibilities include, but will not be limited to, the following: • Assisting with planning and organizing activities to meet the goals of the School and enrollment, staffing support, curriculum and administration;, • Managing the Schools operating budget and preparing monthly reports on the status of the budget;, • Maintaining appropriate staffing levels in accordance with school policies and state regulations;, • Supporting and Observing in classrooms on regular basis, • Assisting management with onboarding and training new employees, • Building positive staff-parent-school relationships during orientations and maintaining the relationships on an ongoing basis., • Creating a supportive environment for staff and families., • Planning and enhancing community relations to increase awareness of The Goddard School and provide educational services to the public., • Maintaining records about the administration of the School in accordance with state requirements for health, enrollment, safety and licensing., • Participating in recommended training programs, conferences and other aspects of professional development., • Assisting with applying for accreditations, • Assisting with classroom observations and continuous improvement of program quality and services;, • Assisting with children transition communications and school wide announcements on regular basis, • Being flexible adapting to the role based on changing needs of the school, • Participation in school events during and outside standard business hours, • Managing and budgeting facility and classroom supplies on regular basisQualifications:, • Education: Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field (required)., • Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a licensed childcare setting.Note: Must be fully vaccinated(COVID).

Job Description Company For more than 14 years, Little Newtons has been a trusted child care provider among families. We believe the first 5 years of a child's life are more important than their college years. With every child's unique abilities, all children deserve the very best in education. Our programming is designed to nurture a childs natural desire to learn. We innovate, we teach and we connect, making our learning environments exciting and purposeful. We offer a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of both the individual and the group to include the specific needs, talents, and individual style and pace of learning. We are looking for an assistant school director that will take pride in the development and implementation of an age-appropriate curriculum with experience of doing so. We are seeking a self-motivated leader who embodies integrity, self-direction, creativity, reliability, and is a continuous team player. Must be able to communicate with passion and professionalism when working with children, parents, and team members. Little Newtons is looking to double in size, providing opportunities of growth and opportunities for your future advancement in your career. Multiple successful center directors within our company have been promoted to home office roles. As we continue to look for valuable leaders to grow with us, this opportunity could be your stepping stone. Do you have a passion for building a great team of teachers and working with young children? Do you want to make a difference each day? Join our team today! Job Description We are looking for a motivated Assistant Center director. A bachelors degree or higher in Early Childhood education is preferred but not required. We are looking for an individual with creativity that can bring positive management skills and lead a team. Qualifications BA, BS Degree, or Masters degree in early education preferred but not required Prior Managerial/Leadership experience in a child care setting Proven track record of growing school enrollment CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain Outstanding customer service skills, ability to multitask, strong organizational skills and handle a variety of situations effectively Excellent written and verbal communication skills DCFS REQUIREMENTS: Directors hired on or after July 1, 2017, shall meet the following educational requirements: 1. A minimum of an associate degree from an accredited college or university in child development or early childhood education; or, 2. The equivalent (defined as 64 semester hours or 96 quarter hours in any discipline, with a minimum of 21 semester hours or 31.5 quarter hours from an accredited college or university in courses related to child development, early childhood education or early childhood special education) and one of the following: A) Gateways to Opportunity Level I Illinois Director Credential; or B) 3 semester hours or 4.5 quarter hours of college credit in child care administration, leadership, or management; or C) 3 points of credential-approved training in child care administration, leadership, or management. Completion of the following trainings: First Aid/CPR, Food Service Manager License, Welcoming Each and Every Child, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS), Trauma Informed Practices, Lead in Water, Mandated Reporter, and Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine training through American Red Cross. Responsibilities The safety and security of the children in your care is your #1 responsibility Develop strong relationships with our staff, families and community Perfect licensing visits Grow enrollment using your creativity Decrease staff turnover Hire great teachers Maintain accurate record-keeping, both state and GSI requirements Support staff in daily tasks and classroom management Manage and maintain child care services in accordance with licensing Team and family engagement Benefits Competitive childcare discounts Comprehensive healthcare including Medical and Dental Life, Accident & Disability insurance plan coverage 401 (K) plan Paid time off and company paid holidays Ongoing professional development we pay for through CCEI