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One Hope United is Hiring a Paraprofessional Teacher Near Waukegan, IL
At OHU, our Hope Members are the heartbeat of our organization. Together, we have built a culture of support, trust, and care.
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Paraprofessional Teacher
“We are such an inclusive organization, we don’t turn anybody away. Everybody is welcome. Working here, I feel like family. I’ve never felt so appreciated working in a place before. They really take care of you here, listen to your concerns and act on them. It’s just amazing! And it’s really easy to make it amazing when the people you work with are amazing.”
Shari Conley, Joliet Early Learning Center (Joliet, IL)
Culture of Care
The ELCD program at OHU is known for its closely-knit teams who often work together for years at a time! The team members join their shared love of educating young children towards creating a warm and positive working environment. New employees who come from a corporate environment quickly fall in love with the atmosphere at an OHU child development center!
What you would be doing:
- Your first priority in this role would be providing a nurturing setting for our students (and their parents!)
- Engaging your skills and imagination in creating learning centers that are attractive and exciting to our children.
- Enjoy partnering with co-teachers to develop and implement best practices
- You would create a warm and welcoming environment
- You would have the joy of encouraging our preschoolers to engage, discover, and learn to solve problems
- Collaborate in an ongoing fashion with parents and families
- You would work as a team with the Lead Teacher in the infant and toddler classrooms to implement day to day activities
What you can expect from us:
- OHU program leaders work to provide warm and supportive leadership that flexes around your life as much as possible when needed
- A flexible full-time schedule
- Staff Celebrations (including weekly lunches!)
- Ongoing professional development tailored to yours and your classroom needs
- If you desire to advance in your career over time, program leaders will work with you to do so (OHU has 5 child development centers in the Chicagoland area!)
- You will be part of a center that grows programs in keeping with the community needs
- You will also be part of a well-respected company (OHU is 125 years old!) that has a seat in community partnerships
In addition, you will receive the following benefits:
- 3 time off banks! Up to 4 weeks paid vacation days; up to 6 paid personal days and up to 5 paid sick days annually
- Tuition assistance up to $2500 per year
- Medical, dental, vision, 403b retirement, flexible spending accounts, short-term disability options
- Agency paid life up to $50K based on salary
- Voluntary Supplemental Life for Employee, Spouse and Child(ren)
- Voluntary Legal Plans
- Agency paid long term disability after 1 year of employment
What we will expect of you:
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related required
- Paraprofessional license required
Experience
- 1 year of childcare related experience
One Hope United does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. OHU participates in eVerify.
In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from One Hope United, you will be required to share proof of a Covid-19 vaccination. The requirement is subject to accommodation in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Job Summary
Full Time
Social & Legal Services
$28k-38k (estimate)
01/13/2024
05/24/2024
onehopeunited.org
CHICAGO, IL
500 - 1,000
1895
BETTY WINTERS
$50M - $200M
Social & Legal Services
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About One Hope United
One Hope United is a private human service organization that has been investing in children and families for over 120 years, offering a diverse array of early childhood education, prevention, intervention and community-based programs. Our team of more than 800 talented professionals serves nearly 10,000 children and families each year in Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Florida. Our Mission One Hope United increases opportunities for children and families by providing quality solutions that enhance lives, communities and futures. Our Vision For Every Child and Family, Life Without Limits. On...e Hope United Values: Do the Right Thing | We serve the best interest of our clients and staff. We act mindfully and responsibly, honoring our commitments. Were willing to challenge the status quo. Fully Contribute | We bring our presence, passion, and ideas to every interaction, and we respect differing views and backgrounds so that others can do the same. Empower One Another | We collaborate with, care for, and encourage each other toward greater impact, treating everyone with dignity and respect Turn Hope into Action | We believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. We advocate for those in need and do what it takes to build a better future for all. Seek Impact Every Day | We make things happen, and make them count. We leverage all our resources and make data-informed decisions for maximum, sustainable results. Always Keep Improving | We pursue excellence in an atmosphere of innovation. We embrace change, take prudent risks, learn from failure, and recognize success. EARLY LEARNING AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT Educating, nourishing, and empowering young children and families at our 12 Child Development Centers. All eligible centers carry the prestigious National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation. All three of my children went here and I cannot say enough about the attention they received while in One Hope Uniteds care. When I take the kids back the staff still remember their names and are so thoughtful in their attention to the little things that make kids special. -Parent, Des Plaines Child Development Center PLACEMENT AND RESIDENTIAL CARE Creating loving families through recruitment and training of foster parents, placing children in the public welfare system in safe, nurturing homes, and operating therapeutic residential facilities and independent living programs. One Hope United is a really good place for kids who need help. I appreciate all the staff who have helped me and kept me safe when I was upset. I love One Hope. -12-year-old Resident, Wilson Home, Centralia, IL COMMUNITY BASED FAMILY SERVICES Providing case management and therapeutic interventions to youth and families at risk of abuse, neglect, and serious behavior problems through counseling, family preservation, prevention programs, and youth services. Your kindness is much appreciated and I cannot wait until the day that I can reach out and make someone elses holiday brighter. -Thank you note from a mom who had received presents from OHU for her two children
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