Infant and Toddler Teacher Assistant/Associate Teacher
Catholic Charities Diocese Of Joliet
·Jul 23, 2026
- Salary
- $20 – $23/hr
- Location
- Joliet, IL
- Department
- Education
- Seniority
- Entry
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
General Responsibilities
- Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, State Licensing Standards, and Division Policies and Procedures.
- Manage the day-to-day classroom operations in the absence of a Teacher I, Teacher II, or Teacher III.
- Conduct community recruitment for the program.
- Ensure active supervision and safety of children at all times.
- Maintain and rotate classroom materials and supplies.
- Collaborate with staff and parents to develop individualized goals for children.
- Maintain comprehensive assessment portfolios for each child.
- Participate in weekly planning meetings and implement IEP/IFSP in collaboration with the teacher.
- Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences in collaboration with the teacher.
- Provide social and emotional support, and implement curriculum with intentional teaching experiences.
- Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.
Great Employer Provided Benefits
- Time-off: 14 Holidays - 15 Vacation days - 14 Sick days
- Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurances
- Flexible Spending Account
- Short-term Disability Insurance (employee paid optional)
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- 403B Retirement Plan with employer contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent with six college credit hours in Child Development within the first year or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- 36+ college credits in early childhood education if the degree is in a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in a childcare setting.
- At least 19 years of age.
- Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Complete background clearance, physical, and TB test.
- Adhere to the Agency’s Code of Ethics and conduct all responsibilities in accordance with the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance