Chicago Commons is searching for various Teacher II for several of our locations on the west side of Chicago, Pilsen and Back of the yards.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The assistant teacher assists the lead teacher in developing a classroom atmosphere where children can grow and develop in a safe and positive learning space. Candidates must have a passion for creating a safe and nurturing environment for children to receive a quality education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These include but are not limited to the following. The company reserves the right to add to, delete, change or modify the essential duties and responsibilities at any time.)

• Partners with the lead teacher to develop a classroom environment that is a welcoming learning environment for children and their families ?
• Assists lead teacher in planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities for young children including the following activities: Self Image, Language/Literacy Development, Music and Movement, Social Studies, Science, Math, Art, Large/Small Motor Activities, and In-Depth Projects.
• Supervises and interacts with all children’s activities
• Develops strong partnerships with the families
• Assumes responsibility for the classroom in the absence of the lead teacher
• Attends home visits and conducts parent-teacher conference assessment reviews, as needed.
• Participates in Family Reviews and IFSP/IEP meetings, as needed.
• Shares responsibility for preparation and clean-up of all classroom activities.
• Assists with responsibility of ordering supplies needed for the program.
• Maintains reports on children’s growth and development.
• Attends and participates in parent meetings, in-service trainings, and weekly team meetings.
• Assists with implementation of the Reggio Emilia Philosophy, focusing on in depth studies and classroom explorations.
• Performs other duties as assigned