Teacher Assistant (Older Infants) at Lutheran Life Communities

Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jun, 26

Salary

18.5

Posted On

15 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Child Care, Activity Implementation, Team Collaboration, Nurturing Environment, Engaging Environment, Faith-Based Values, Care Consistency, Positive Learning Experiences

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Start a new career as a Teacher Assistant at Lutheran Life-Shepherd’s Flock Preschool. At Shepherd’s Flock, you’ll begin a meaningful career within a faith-based, mission-driven organization where team members are truly supported and called to serve with purpose. Our culture is rooted in growth, recognition, and care, and we intentionally invest in our people—empowering you to thrive both personally and professionally. Why Join Us? Competitive Pay: $18.00- $18.50/hr We have the following schedule available: Part-Time Position: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–10:30 AM Supportive Team: We value our team as much as our clients Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours What You'll Do: Support the lead teacher in implementing daily activities with care and consistency Contribute as a valued member of the teaching team Help create a nurturing and engaging environment for children's development Promote positive learning experiences aligned with the program’s faith-based values What You'll Need High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or at least one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired Must be comfortable caring for children 6 weeks to 9 months old Must have prior experience caring for children Benefits Available for Full Time: Health insurance coverage Dental and Vision Plans 403b Savings Plan Daily Pay Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement program WellBeing mental health support 24/7 Chaplain Counseling 365 Program for new team member development To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants. Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Responsibilities

The Teacher Assistant will support the lead teacher by implementing daily activities with consistency and care, while actively contributing as a valued member of the teaching team. This role involves helping to create a nurturing and engaging environment that promotes positive learning experiences aligned with the program's faith-based values.