Teacher Assistant - Concordia University, Chicago

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) seeks applicants for the part-time (20 hours per week), non-exempt position of Teacher Assistant in the Early Childhood Education Center. The Teacher Assistant is responsible for caring for children in the Early Childhood Center together with a lead teacher. This position reports to the Director of the Center and is located in River Forest, IL.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Assist classroom teacher to implement classroom SCALE curriculum
• Provide for the development of each child spiritually, socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally
• Collaborate with head teacher to support curriculum by implementing plans outlined by head teacher when head teacher has finished her shift
• Prepare and be involved in the physical preparations and clean-up of classroom activities as outlined in each classroom's list of duties
• Be responsible for the health and safety of the children
• Monitor small groups and/or free choice play time
• Help monitor, supervise work and attendance of lab students, observation/methods students and student teachers
• Follow standards set by DCFS (Department of Child and Family Services), NLSA (National Lutheran School Association), NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children), and employee guidelines as listed in the CUC staff handbook
• Promote Center's mission/vision statement
• Attendance for in service and staff meetings are expected, participation in specific center committees and community activities are voluntary
• Participate in 15 hours of professional training per year. These meeting may be during the day, weekends, or evenings
• Maintain appropriate contact with and support of parents and families
• Serve as a center wide substitute

Skill Sets:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago
• Attention to detail
• Ability to organize 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

Education Requirements:

High School degree or equivalent (GED) required, Associate's Degree in related discipline preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia retirement plan enrollment is available to part-time employees. Tuition benefits may also be available.

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume and references with their online application.

In compliance with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's Executive Order 2021-20, Concordia University Chicago requires all on-campus faculty and staff to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or participate in weekly COVID-19 testing. Further information regarding Concordia's response to COVID-19 can be found here.

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.