TEACHING ASSISTANT
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 4, 2024
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
TEACHING ASSISTANT
Position Number
8100236
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name
PRESCHOOL
Location Code
PRESCHOOL (04740A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists lead teacher in all aspects of programming for children two to five years of age.
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of children in the program.
- Provides a safe, warm, nurturing and challenging environment where children are free to explore, learn and grow.
- Establishes positive, supportive and respectful relationships with children and their parents as well as with colleagues.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Associates or bachelors degree in early childhood education or related field with a minimum of six credit hours of early childhood education and/or development as well as one year of experience working with young children.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree with a minimum of six credit hours of early childhood education.
- Minimum of one year experience working in a group setting with young children.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Must meet DCFS requirements for an Early Childhood Teacher
Computer Skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands
Standing
Working Conditions
Odors, Noise, Infectious Diseases
Open Date
04/03/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27922
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Details
Job Title
TEACHING ASSISTANT
Position Number
8100236
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name
PRESCHOOL
Location Code
PRESCHOOL (04740A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists lead teacher in all aspects of programming for children two to five years of age.
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of children in the program.
- Provides a safe, warm, nurturing and challenging environment where children are free to explore, learn and grow.
- Establishes positive, supportive and respectful relationships with children and their parents as well as with colleagues.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Associates or bachelors degree in early childhood education or related field with a minimum of six credit hours of early childhood education and/or development as well as one year of experience working with young children.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree with a minimum of six credit hours of early childhood education.
- Minimum of one year experience working in a group setting with young children.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Must meet DCFS requirements for an Early Childhood Teacher
Computer Skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands
Standing
Working Conditions
Odors, Noise, Infectious Diseases
Open Date
04/03/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27922
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least an associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field with a minimum of six credit hours of early childhood education and/or development?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have at least one year of experience working with young children?
- Yes
- No
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
- * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Teaching Statement
- Unofficial Transcripts
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