Teaching Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in providing a developmentally appropriate preschool program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of children.
• Interact with children to encourage active involvement in the learning process through various activities and materials.
• Assist in daily preschool operations, including diapering, cleaning, nap time, and mealtime activities.
• Help maintain a warm, inviting, orderly, and clean classroom environment.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of lessons and activities based on developmental goals.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as daily notes, newsletters, and maintaining student records (attendance, emergency info, etc.).
• Maintain familiarity with state and city regulations, including Mandatory Reporter requirements.
• Support the director with administrative duties such as bookkeeping and updating mailing lists.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 credit hours in early childhood education and/or development.
• At least one year of experience working with young children.
• Must meet DCFS Early Childhood Teacher qualification requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, internet, and email applications.
• Ability to lift preschool-aged children.
• Physical ability to stand, climb, crawl, and kneel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and respect racial and ethnic diversity.

About the Company

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. As a Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola provides a transformative, globally connected learning experience across its campuses in the Chicago area and Rome, Italy.