Preschool Teacher Assistant

Job overview

The Preschool Teacher Assistant role is onsite in Peoria Heights, IL. Pay is $15–$19.50 per hour. Cadence Education describes its work as creating bright futures for children, families, and educators through research-based curriculum and supportive learning environments. Under classroom leadership, the assistant supports daily activities and program implementation while helping maintain a safe, nurturing environment. The role supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including children with IEPs.

What you'll do

• Support a positive and respectful classroom
• greet children and families
• assist with individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavior plans as directed
• support curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs
• communicate with families, coworkers, and leadership using approved tools
• follow safety and supervision procedures and report incidents
• participate in required meetings, training, and professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

preschool teacher assistant

early childhood education

classroom support

iep support

cadence education

peoria heights il

$15–$19.50/hour

childcare discount

paid cda

tuition reimbursement

state licensing qualifications

variable schedule

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• On-demand pay, 50% childcare tuition discount, 401(k) with employer match, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance, paid time off and holidays, paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.

Why this role

Benefits include on-demand pay, 50% childcare tuition discount, 401(k) with employer match, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance, paid time off and holidays, paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development. Schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts.

About the employer

946-Lake Street is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.