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Teacher Assistant (0–3)

CompanyMary Crane Center
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 17, 2026
About The Company
The Mary Crane Center promotes the comprehensive early development children aged six weeks to five years, through school-readiness programs, personal enrichment activities, and family support services at its four sites in the city of Chicago. The Center serves the children of low-income working parents, providing them with the essential components of a quality early childhood education: nurturing, qualified teachers; access and exposure to language tools; playtime that inspires child-to-child interaction; daily structured outdoor play; emphasis on healthy living; and a culturally rich and diverse classroom environment.
About the Role

Description

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus + Full Benefits + Supportive Team


We’re hiring Teacher Assistants for our Early Head Start (0–3) classrooms.


This role is hands-on, meaningful, and best suited for someone who enjoys working closely with young children in a structured, team-based environment.


What You’ll Do as a Teacher Assistant

  • Support daily care, routines, and play for infants and toddlers 
  • Help create a calm, safe, and engaging classroom 
  • Work side-by-side with a Lead Teacher 
  • Build positive relationships with children and families 

What You’ll Get

  • $5,000 sign-on bonus 
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
  • Paid time off 
  • Ongoing training and growth opportunities (CDA support, coaching) 
  • A team environment where staff support each other 

Requirements

Requirements

  • Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood OR 60 college credits (15 in ECE) 
  • Gateways Infant Toddler Credential Level 4 
  • Able to lift 30 lbs and work on the floor with children 
  • Reliable, team-oriented, and open to feedback 

Why This Role
Working with infants and toddlers is more hands-on and physically active than other age groups. We focus on creating classrooms where staff feel supported so they can do their best work.


Apply today to join a team making a real impact in early childhood.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.


Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law. To request accommodations, please contact 773-242-2881 x2866.

Key Skills
Early Childhood EducationCommunication SkillsFamily EngagementCollaborationOrganizational SkillsChild DevelopmentPositive Behavior ModelingDevelopmental AssessmentsLesson PlanningClassroom ManagementTeamworkMentoringBilingual SkillsFlexibilityAttention to DetailHealth Promotion
Categories
EducationSocial Services
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid Time OffEmployee Wellness Programs
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Assist the Lead Teacher in creating a supportive and engaging classroom environment for young children. Collaborate with families and support children's developmental assessments and learning activities.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
76
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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