JK Associate Teacher and After School Assistant

Bernard Zell, on the north side of Chicago, seeks a thoughtful, detail-oriented, mature, and responsible individual to fulfill the role of JK Associate Teacher/BZ Beyond After School Assistant.

This relationship provides the associate teacher with hands­-on experiences in teaching, curriculum planning, classroom management, documentation, and collaboration. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, be exceptionally collaborative and collegial, and share a great enthusiasm for children and their learning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

JK Associate Role •

Assist in teaching, guiding, inspiring, and nurturing children in the early childhood program.

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Assist in differentiating instruction for a wide range of students’ abilities and interests.

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Support the Lead Teacher(s) in the documentation of student learning and growth throughout the school year.

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Assist with the preparation and/or organization of teaching materials.

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Collaborate with Lead Teacher, Specials Teachers, and other Associate Teachers.

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Supervise students throughout the day.

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Speak professionally and respectfully with parents and caregivers.

After School Assistant Role •

Plan and facilitate explorations/activities both in the classroom and outside for after-school care.

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Responsible for the safety and supervision of a group of children ages 4-12.

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Communicate regularly with the BZ Beyond Lead.

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Set-up and clean-up of BZ Beyond classrooms.

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Work collectively with other BZ Beyond staff members.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

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College degree; degree in education preferred.

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Experience working with children.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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Energy and the desire to learn and explore with teachers and children.

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Ability to embrace technology.

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Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to support and extend the objectives of the curriculum.

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Awareness of child development and developmentally appropriate practic e.

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Appreciation of a diverse, pluralistic Jewish community.

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Comfort being part of a professional learning community.

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Willingness to learn and grow professionally.

Physical Requirements •

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and in case of emergency, a 40-pound child.

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Often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, or crawl.

Compensation: Bernard Zell offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive workplace culture. The salary range for this position is $32,950 - $42,253.

Benefits: The position is eligible for benefits. Bernard Zell has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports the success of our employees.

Benefits include

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Medical Insurance

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Dental Insurance

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Vision Insurance

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Disability insurance

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Life insurance - including spouse/dependent life insurance

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Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

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Transportation & Parking Benefit

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Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

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Accident

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Hospital Indemnity

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Critical Illness

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Paid Parental & Adoption leave

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Paid time off

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Tuition Remission

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Breakfast & Lunch when school is in session

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403(b) (Retirement contribution) Plan with a competitive matching structure

As a condition of employment, all applicants must complete Faith’s Law forms and pass a criminal background screening .