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Teacher Assistant I

2 months ago


Chicago, United States Endeavor Health Full time

We are actively hiring Teacher Assistants at the McCormick Montessori Child Care Center located at Swedish Hospital, Part of Endeavor Health. We are seeking qualified candidates that will contribute to our vision Apply now


Our Vision

We have a profound love of children, and honor the fact that we are shaping the future


Driven by our love of children,

We are a safe, compassionate, nurturing Montessori environment.

We can work as a team to assist children as they grow and learn individually.

We believe we change the world collectively.


Position Highlights:


  • Position: Teacher Assistant I
  • Location: Chicago, IL
  • Full Time
  • Hours: Monday-Friday; 9 am to 5:30 pm or 8 am - 4:30 pm


Benefits:


  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
  • Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account Options
  • Retirement Options with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Community Involvement Opportunities


JOB SUMMARY


Responsible for assisting teachers in maintaining and implementing Montessori philosophy in the classroom.


RESPONSIBILITIES


Essential Functions

* Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital.

  • Manages arrival and dismissal of the children in the Montessori manner.
  • Maintains upkeep of the environment.
  • Makes Montessori materials under guidance of the supervising teacher.
  • Assists teacher during Montessori “work” time to guide children through “work”.
  • Organizes snack times, directs some group activities and assists with outdoor activities.
  • Attends staff meetings, in-service meetings, and participates in planning programs for Center.
  • Assists teachers at meal times.
  • Assists children/adults in toilet or diapering procedures.


QUALIFICATIONS/BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS


  • Experience in day care or Montessori child care/pre-school preferred.
  • Organizational ability, sound judgment, ability to communicate effectively, and ability to plan and implement classroom programs to achieve institutional goals.


LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION


  • High school diploma required.
  • First Aid and CPR certification preferred.


GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD CARE STAFF SET FORTH BY DCFS


Child Care employees shall be able to demonstrate the skills and competence necessary to contribute to each child's physical, intellectual, personal, emotional, and social development.

Factors contributing to the attainment of this standard include:


  • Emotional maturity when working with children
  • Cooperation with the purposes and services of the program
  • Respect for children and adults
  • Flexibility, understanding and patience
  • Physical and mental health that do not interfere with child care responsibilities
  • Good personal hygiene
  • Willingness to have frequent interaction with children
  • Listening skills, availability and responsiveness to children
  • Sensitivity to children's socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds, and individual needs and capabilities
  • Use of positive discipline and guidance techniques


INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACT


  • Staff
  • Children
  • Parents
  • Personnel from various departments


ENVIRONMENT


  • Primary body positioning: sitting 50%, walking 50%
  • Lift, carry or move objects: 10%
  • Objects lifted: none
  • Objects lifted on infrequent basis: children
  • Repetitive work: none
  • Exposure to environmental conditions: noise: 90%; heat 0%; chemicals: 10%; blood/body fluids: 50%; airborne diseases: 50%; Risk factors: none


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.


About Swedish Hospital:


A Full-Service Acute Care Community Hospital

Swedish Hospital has been serving Chicago’s diverse north and northwest sides for 133 years, providing the full range of comprehensive health and wellness services including an acute care hospital, primary care and specialists in the medical group, strong community outreach programs and Chicago’s only certified medical fitness center, Galter LifeCenter.