Position Highlights: Position: Pre-K Teacher Assistant II Location: Chicago, IL Full Time Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 5pm Benefits: Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options, including Domestic Partner Coverage Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking at designated locations 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 Covenant Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital. 1. Manages arrival and dismissal of the children in the Montessori manner. 2. Maintains upkeep of the environment. 3. Makes Montessori materials under guidance of the supervising teacher. 4. Assists teacher during Montessori “work” time to guide children through “work”. Organizes snack times, directs some group activities and assists with outdoor activities. 6. Attends staff meetings, in-service meetings, and participates in planning programs for Center. 9. Assists teachers at meal times. 10. Assists children/adults in toilet or diapering procedures. Other Functions Assists Dietary Aide in distribution of food. Cleans tables, floors, and dishes according to City of Chicago and DCFS Standards. 13. Teacher Assistant II’s will periodically be called upon to substitute for a Montessori Teacher or Teacher in their absence. In such instances, the Teacher Assistant II will be only be required to meet minimal DCFS Standards for classroom management and functionality. Teacher Assistant II’s will not be held responsible for Montessori Classroom functions. Teacher Assistant II’s , when substituting, for Montessori Teachers or Teachers will supervise Teacher Assistant III’s in maintaining DCFS Standards. QUALIFICATIONS/BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS 1. Experience in day care or Montessori child care/pre-school preferred. 2. Organizational ability, sound judgment, ability to communicate effectively, and ability to plan and implement classroom programs to achieve institutional goals. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Two years or 60 credit hours of college coursework, 6 credit hours of which are in Child Development OR one year experience in a child care facility with 30 hours college coursework, 6 credit hours of which are in Child Development. 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: 1) Emotional maturity when working with children 2) Cooperation with the purposes and services of the program 3) Respect for children and adults 4) Flexibility, understanding and patience 5) Physical and mental health that do not interfere with child care responsibilities 6) Good personal hygiene 7) Willingness to have frequent interaction with children 8) Listening skills, availability and responsiveness to children 9) Sensitivity to children's socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds, and individual needs and capabilities 10) Use of positive discipline and guidance techniques MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY Teacher Assistant III (Only when acting as a Teacher substitute) INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACT · Staff · Children · Parents · Personnel from various departments ENVIRONMENT · Primary body positiong: 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. Returning applicants and employees If you are a returning applicant and have not been active in our system since Oct. 1, 2023, please create a new account as our site has been upgraded. Current employees should apply directly through the Jobs Hub within Workday. About us NorthShore University HealthSystem, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Swedish Hospital and Northwest Community Healthcare are now united under one name: Endeavor Health. Together, we’re setting a new standard for healthcare. Learn more about Endeavor Health