Teacher Aid

Insight Global is seeking a full-time Teacher to support a non-profit company in Waukegan or Beach Park, IL. This individual will report to, and be supported by, the Education Coordinator, who is onsite to help guide and inform your lesson practice and planning as a part of the Lake County structure. As the Teacher Aide, you will work with the Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant on devising comprehensive lesson plans based on Lake County research-based methods for instruction. Lesson planning will entail devising individualized lesson plans for all children within your classroom, creating developmentally appropriate content based upon the ages and abilities within your classroom, and a commitment to best-in-class practices. Your role will also involve the implementation and management of the day-to-day lesson plans.

Must Haves:

• HS Diploma or GED
• 6+ semester hours of Child Development coursework OR non-expired CDA Certification
• 1+ years of experience working in an early childhood or childcare program
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer proficiency

Plusses:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Day to Day:

• Utilize standardized and authentic assessment data to plan and implement developmentally appropriate experiences and individualized lesson plans that will promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of each child.
• Adhere to all Individualized Education Programs, Individualized Family Service Plans, and/or Individualized Health Care Plans and strategies provided by Education Managers or Consultants.
• Establish and maintain a classroom environment which includes positive guidance and emotionally supportive techniques that meets state and local licensing regulations, Program Performance
• Observe, assess, and document each assigned child’s health, skills, and behavioral, growth and development.
• Facilitate curriculum planning sessions to develop clear learning objectives that effectively incorporate documentation collected on each child.
• Identify any developmental concerns regarding the children and follow agency protocol.
• Develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, experiences, and outcomes for children integrating health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities and parent involvement. Incorporate children’s interests, culture, school readiness goals, State guidelines, program curriculum and approach into individualized and group learning opportunities.
• Manage and delegate responsibilities regarding daily attendance, health checks, parent sign/scan in, and meal participation reports are completed daily.
• Participate in Family/Child Reviews.
• Participate in recruitment efforts to help maintain full program enrollment.
• Follows all mandates of the company’s regulations, state and local licensing regulations and the company’s philosophy and curriculum.

Company Benefits: Comprehensive Health Plans, Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Holistic Wellness Program, Professional Development Program, 401k Contribution, Paid Volunteer Days, 6-months paid parental leave and much more.