Laboratory Schools: Classroom Assistant, Family Life Programs

The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools is seeking a Family Life Programs (FLP) Classroom Assistant to work with our Nursery 3 classrooms at our Early Childhood campus. The FLP Classroom Assistant will begin their day in the late morning and remain with the students through the end of the Late Day program.

Requirements

• Builds relationships and consistency with students and their families.
• Develops and facilitates age-appropriate and play-based activities.
• Participates in training, professional development, and goals and feedback sessions.
• Creates and writes group newsletters and updates for families.
• Co-teaches with another FLP Classroom Assistant.
• Collaborates with a team of 1-2 additional staff members.
• Teaches in a play-based and social-emotional focused environment.
• Expands knowledge by participating in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and/or parent-student staffing.
• May collaborate with teachers through classroom observation and curriculum discussions.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k retirement options
• Vacation