Teaching Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois

Position Details

Job Title TEACHING ASSISTANT

Position Number 8101640

Work Modality Fully In-Person

Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP? no

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

- Supports the teachers in offering a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs of both the individual child and the group.
- Interacts with children in a way that encourages children to be actively involved in the learning process, to experience a variety of developmentally appropriate activities and materials, and to pursue their own interests in the context of life in the community and the world.
- Supports the lead teacher in providing a warm and inviting environment that is orderly, clean and appealing which permits children to safely explore and experiment.
- Uses appropriate and positive discipline.
- Assists in daily operations of a preschool program (diapering, cleaning, activities, nap time, etc.).
- Participates in the planning and implementation of lessons, activities and the environment based on developmental goals.
- Assists teacher with daily notes and newsletters.
- Assists teacher in maintaining all records and files which includes children’s files containing emergency information, attendance records, diaper charts, etc.
- Attends staff orientation, team meetings, evening family functions and professional conferences.
- Notifies the director of any concerns regarding the children, parents, classroom safety, supplies and equipment.
- Maintains familiarity with state and city regulations, specifically Mandatory Reporter requirements.
- Demonstrates positive and productive work ethic, including timeliness, dependability, attitude and communication.
- Maintains personnel records required by the university (time cards, up to date addresses, evaluations, etc), as well as files specific to DCFS regulations (every other year physical, etc.).
- Supports the director in administrative tasks as assigned such as bookkeeping, updating records, mailing lists, etc.
- Participates in appropriate university sponsored events.
- Performs other duties as required by the lead teacher and director.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Associates 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 as well as one year of experience working with young children.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or AA in early childhood education preferred, DCFS Early Childhood Teacher minimum qualification required. Must continue to participate in professional conferences, in-service meetings and/or other course work in order to develop as an early childhood professional.
- Communication – The assistant must have good written and verbal communications with children, parents and other staff.
- Problem Solving – The teacher assistant must be able to assess a situation and respond quickly, creatively and constructively if a problem develops. The assistant teacher should make use of all resources including the teacher and director in order to address and resolve a problem.
- Interpersonal – The teacher assistant must be able to work cooperatively and positively with children, families and staff.
- Diversity – The teacher assistant must show an appreciation of racial and ethnic diversity and be supportive and respectful of all types of families.
- Supervision – The teacher must be able to effectively provide supervision to university student workers. The teacher must be able to set appropriate standards of behavior and provide guidance and support for university students.
- Judgment – Must show evidence of emotional maturity and stability and exercise sound judgment. Must maintain confidentiality.
- Desire to learn – Must seek out learning opportunities, stay current in the field and be open to new ways of programming.
- Responsibility – Must be committed to the well-being of individual children and their families and willing to put the needs of children first.
- The administrative aide side requires skill with Microsoft office programs, email systems and recordkeeping, must have good organizational skills.
- Qualified candidates must be able to lift preschool age children.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by those assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. Loyola management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Must qualify as an Early Childhood Teacher per DCFS rules (6 semester or 9 quarter hours in early childhood education or alternate pathways provided in DCFS licensing guidelines).

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? No

Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Climbing, Crawling/Kneeling

Working Conditions

Odors

Open Date 05/07/2026

Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $22.50/hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $20.50/hr

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

Quick Link for Posting https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/35137