The Goddard School: Premium preschool and childcare franchise system serving families with children from six weeks to six years.
Assistant teacher in Illinois; High School Diploma required; no nights/weekends; nurturing, patient; able to work with children and follow childcare regulations.
The Goddard School of Buffalo Grove: Private franchise-operated early-childhood school serving infants through pre-K children in Buffalo Grove, Illinois.
3+ YOEHigh school diploma required; 3+ years assistant teacher experience; ability to lift 50 lbs; must pass state background checks and meet state education/credential requirements; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred.
Cadence Education: National operator of private preschools and elementary schools.
Meets state preschool teacher assistant requirements; childcare or licensed daycare experience is preferred. Requires flexibility during business hours and a passion for infant development.
Cadence Academy Preschool: Cadence Academy Preschool is a private preschool brand providing childcare and early education for children and families.
Meets state preschool teacher assistant requirements; childcare or licensed daycare experience is preferred. Must be flexible during business hours and passionate about infant development.
Educare West DuPage: Nonprofit dual-language early childhood school serving children from birth to five and their families in West Chicago.
0+ YOEAssist mentor teacher in planning and implementing preschool curriculum; support developmentally appropriate practices; bilingual English/Spanish preferred; associate degree or CDA; TB test and background clearance.
Children’s Place Association: Chicago nonprofit providing early education, health, foster care, housing, and family support to children facing poverty.
1+ YOEAssist Lead Teacher in classroom; conduct screenings; help plan lessons; support families and maintain compliance.
Teacher Assistant/Associate Teacher ( Early Childhood )
Joliet or Bolingbrook
$20-$24/hrOnsiteFull Time
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet: Catholic nonprofit human-services agency serving people with food, shelter, counseling, senior, and early-childhood programs across seven counties.
High school diploma required for Teacher Assistant; associate degree in child development and 36 related credits required for Associate Teacher. Child experience preferred; Microsoft Office proficiency and background, physical, and TB clearances required.
Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams
Suvera Arlington Heights Chicago: Private Illinois childcare center serving Arlington Heights families through daycare and preschool education.
Experience as daycare teacher or childcare provider; strong understanding of child development; patient, nurturing; excellent organizational, communication, and time management; First aid/CPR certified.
Oak Park Elementary School District 97: Public elementary school district serving Oak Park students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
High school diploma required; associate's degree preferred. Requires an Illinois educator, substitute teacher, or paraprofessional license, student-support skills, collaboration, and ability to lift students.
Chicago Public Schools: The public school district serving the City of Chicago.
Assist teachers with instruction and supervision, operate basic office and AV equipment, communicate with students and parents, and perform light physical tasks as needed.
video cassette recorder, movie projector, film strip projector, tape recorder, phonograph, photocopying machine, personal computer, audio-visual equipment
Ecole 360 Child Development Center: Woman-owned, family-owned Illinois childcare and preschool operator serving infants through pre-K children at three locations.
Must be 18+, high school diploma, enjoy working with children, assist lead teacher in classroom activities, communicate with parents, and commit to continuing education.
Universal Health ServicesNYSE: UHS: A leading provider of hospital and healthcare services.
High school diploma or GED, Illinois driver's license, ISBE Paraprofessional and Substitute Teacher certificates required; bachelor's degree and educational or therapeutic intervention knowledge preferred.
Beach Park School District 3: Public Illinois prekindergarten-through-eighth-grade school district educating students.
High school diploma or equivalent required; paraprofessional license required; ability to assist instruction, work with special needs and non-English students, follow directions, and perform basic computer tasks.
Schaumburg Christian School: Nonprofit Baptist church serving Schaumburg-area families through worship, discipleship, and a Christian preschool–12 school.
Must be 18+, able to work cooperatively with staff, strong communication and supervision skills, engage with students K3–5th grade, support Lead Teacher and maintain a safe, structured environment.
Merlin Day Academy: Family-owned therapeutic preschool and kindergarten program providing multidisciplinary therapy for Chicagoland children ages 2–6.
Support children ages 6–14 with neurodiverse needs; assist therapy activities, prepare classroom materials, collaborate with therapists; lift up to 25 lbs; degree or 60 college credits required.
Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI): Providing K-12 special and alternative education services nationwide.
High school diploma required; college experience or bachelor's degree preferred. Experience with students with special needs in an educational setting preferred.
Premier Early Childhood Education Partners: Private equity-backed operator of early education childcare centers.
High school diploma or GED, previous childcare experience, ability to pass background checks, and physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work around young children.
Chicago Youth Centers: Nonprofit youth organization providing early learning and enrichment programs for Chicago children and families.
1+ YOEAssociate's degree in Early Childhood/Child Development or BA with 30 credit hours required; 1+ years related experience; Microsoft Office skills and strong communication.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook