Career

 

• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

• BA Degree in Early Childhood Development (Preferred)

• Child Development Associate or (CDA) Credential 

• Completed 12 core ECE Units Infant/toddler

• Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors and outdoors 

• Have the ability to engage physically, visually, and compassionately with not only children, but their parents and your peers.

• Classroom management skills:  ability to ensure a safe and engaging environment, 

• All center staff applicants must meet state specific guidelines for the role

 

Responsibilites:

• Evaluate student progress

• Plan curriculum with varying developmental needs

• Track academic performance

• Guide and mentor other members of the teaching staff

• Meet with parents to discuss the needs and goals of students

• Meet with co-teachers in the classroom weekly for lesson planning development

• Attend weekly, bi-weekly and monthly staff meetings and trainings

 

Position: Teacher Assistant or Floater Center Staff 

Primary Location: Beverly, Illinois, United States

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QUALIFICATIONS

Desired Skills and Experience:

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• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (Preferred or willing to obtain) 

• Completed 6 core ECE Units Infant/toddler OR Associates Degree in Child Development

• Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors 

• Have the ability to engage physically, visually, and compassionately with not only children, but their parents and your peers.

• Classroom management skills:  ability to ensure a safe and engaging environment, 

• All center staff applicants must meet state specific guidelines for the role

 

Responsibilites:

• Evaluate student progress with classroom Lead and Co-Teachers

• Plan curriculum with varying developmental needs with Lead and Co-Teachers

• Track academic performance with Lead and Co-Teachers

• Be mentored by Lead and or Co-Teacher if Co-Teacher is qualified to Lead.

• Meet with parents to discuss the needs and goals of students

• Meet with Lead and Co-Teachers in the classroom weekly for lesson planning development

• Attend weekly, bi-weekly and monthly staff meetings and trainings

What it takes to be a Caterpillars to Butterflies Teacher

• A desire to collaborate with others, show empathy and patience

• A commitment to nurturing, inspiring, and delighting the children in your care

• A passion for creating lifelong learners

• A willingness to treat parents as partners in their child's education

 

Compensation & Benefits Plan

Medical

401 (k) savings and investment plan

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Education Assistant

Discounted Childcare

Great Work Environment

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Effective January 1st, 2022, we will be requiring weekly and or bi-weekly COVID testing for all employees vaccinated or unvaccinated. 

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All staff are required to have the following trainings:

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Health and Safety Training

•  Sudden Infant Death Syndrome(1hr): SIDS (Infant & Toddler Teachers must have before hire)   

•  A Preventable Tragedy (1hr): Shaken Baby Training (Infant & Toddler Teachers must have before hire)

• Welcoming Every Child (7hrs)

 

Gateways to Opportunity Trainings​

• Lead & Water: Protecting Illinois Children (1hr)

 

DCFS Licensing Required Training

• Mandated Reporter Training (2hr)

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