Teacher Aide (3-5)
Chicago CommonsChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted February 24, 2026
18.50 - 20.16 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Chicago Commons is a nonprofit that partners with families and communities in underserved Chicago neighborhoods to break the cycle of poverty. For more than 130 years, it delivers a comprehensive suite of services—including early childhood education, parenting support, and elder care—while advocating for equitable access to opportunity. Drawing on its settlement‑house heritage, the organization emphasizes community‑centered, collaborative approaches that empower residents to build long‑term stability. Chicago Commons’ longevity and integrated model make it a trusted partner for those seeking to create lasting social change.
Job Description
The Teacher Aide assists the classroom teaching team in developing a classroom atmosphere where children can grow and develop in a safe and positive learning space.
Requirements
- Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or 60 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester hours in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age 6 or 1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester in courses related directly to child care and/or child development, from birth to age 6
- Ability to read and write English proficiently
- Ability to regularly operate a word-processing system
Benefits
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employer Paid STD Insurance
- Employer Paid LTD Insurance
- 403b Retirement & Savings
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Pet Benefits
- Credit Union Membership