Teacher Assistant (Northcenter) at Blue Bird Day

We are seeking a Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional to join our team to support our therapeutic staff. The Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional will join a team of therapeutic professionals including licensed social workers occupational physical speech and ABA therapists. Mentorship and opportunities to observe therapy sessions as well as assistance with graduate school application process will be provided for our therapeutic assistant paraprofessionals. 80% of our Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional staff have been accepted into graduate healthcare programs!Our Teacher Assistants are paraprofessionals that gain a wide range of experience with room for advancement.Assist therapists with clients and promote their participation in therapeutic activities.Assist in therapy room and lesson preparation.Assist students with their daily care needs.Assist in cleaning and organizing facility.Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional RequirementsBachelors degree preferred At least 60 semester hours of college credit or successful completion of a paraprofessional examWillingness to obtain a paraprofessional licenseAbility to lift 35lbsOur comprehensive benefits support our teacher assistant paraprofessional team in achieving work-life balance!Competitive hourly rate based on experience $17-19/hourParaprofessional license renewal Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid Federal Holidays Paid Floating Holiday and Professional Development DaysNew Parent 6 week ramp up (20 hour schedule at full salary for first 6 weeks)401k with substantial company matchBlue Cross Blue Shield PPO medical insuranceDental and Vision insurance$25000 Life Insurance policyNo travel and onsite parkingFor more information please visit our careers page: collaborative culture is celebrated by our teacher assistant paraprofessional team!In-depth onboarding to set you up for successIndividualized mentorship focused on your unique goalsBirthday and Anniversary celebrationsBranded Company ApparelHoliday celebrations and MORE! Teacher Assistant Paraprofessional team support an innovative program for neurodiverse students.Blue Bird Day is an intensive therapy program for children with autism ADHD and other developmental disorders. Our therapies are offered in a preschool-like setting but instead of teachers our classes are run by therapists. Our collaborative team provides occupational physical speech developmental ABA and other therapies to help our clients reach their unique goals. We have locations in Chicagos West Loop and Northcenter neighborhoods and in Wheaton and were growing! Key Skills Early Childhood Education,Customer Service,Infant Care,Classroom Management,Classroom Experience,Daycare,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Teaching,Training & Development,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 18 - 18