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Job Title
Assistant Teacher
Job Description - (140 character limit)
We are seeking a caring, dependable, and motivated Teacher Assistant to support Lead Teachers in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities and curriculum, supervising children to ensure safety and well-being, and supporting classroom routines such as meals, diapering/toileting, nap time, and transitions. The Teacher Assistant helps maintain a clean and organized classroom, builds warm relationships with children and families, follows all center policies, Illinois DCFS licensing regulations, and health and safety procedures, and assists with basic documentation as needed.
Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, prior childcare experience preferred, ability to meet DCFS requirements, CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain, strong communication and teamwork skills, and a genuine passion for working with children.
Salary
16.99 - 999999
Job Status
Full-time
Experience
1-3 yrs experience
Required Education
High School or GED
Required Credentials
Preferred Qualifications & Certificates
Benefits
No
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Application Process
Please visit our website to apply or send us an email with your most recent resume attached.
Application deadline
02/27/2026

Organization Information

Name of Organization
Sunny Kids Land Early Learning Center
Address
4535 N Clark St
City
Chicago
State
IL
Zip
60640
County
Cook County
Telephone - No symbols can be used (/-'&)
7733540077
Website
https://sunnykidsland.com/

Contact Information

Contact Person
Sonja Stamenkovic
Email
sunnykidsland.daycare@gmail.com
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