Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Illinois

Teacher Aides and Assistants play a crucial role in elementary education by providing support to teachers in managing classroom activities and enhancing the learning experience of students. These professionals assist in preparing instructional materials, supervising students in and outside the classroom, participating in parent-teacher meetings, and helping with administrative tasks. They may also provide individual attention to students who need extra help with their studies, monitor students' behavior, and assist teachers in grading assignments. Some Teacher Aides and Assistants may be specialized in working with students with special needs, aiding them in daily activities and following specified learning plans.

Important skills for Teacher Aides and Assistants include strong communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to assist with teaching and learning processes. They should also have basic computer skills for managing digital classroom tools. While no specific certifications are typically required, a paraprofessional certification or some college-level education in a related field are often preferred by employers. Prior to becoming a Teacher Aide or Assistant, individuals may have held positions such as a childcare worker, preschool aide, learning support assistant, or even a student teacher during their education training.

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Job Requisition ID: 47982 Closing Date: 07/18/2025 Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Class Title: CHILD DEVELOPMENT AIDE - 07184 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated...

Teaching Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Starting Rate: $19/hour Environment: Alternative Education Program, High School Ombudsman Educational Services, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking an...

Instructional Assistant - EL (Temp)

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 1 day ago

Instructional Assistant - EL (Temp) JobID: 4918 Position Type: PARAPROFESSIONAL/Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/26/2025 Location: Elk Grove High School Date Available: August 11, 2025 Closing...

Pre-School Assistant

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 1 day ago

planning Assisting in the leadership of high school students involved in child development courses....

KS1 Teaching Assistant - Southbank Primary School

  • Poplar Grove, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Poplar Grove, IL
  • 1 day ago

Further Information Are you committed to making a real difference to the lives of the children at South Bank Primary School? Are you ready for a new challenge? If so, we need you! South Bank...

Preschool Teacher Assistant

  • North Aurora, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • North Aurora, IL
  • 2 days ago

Key words: education, early childhood, EEC, daycare, teacher, instructional aide, assistant teacher, infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, childcare, caregiver...

Teacher Aide

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Childhood Education, Infant, Childcare, Preschool, Child Development...

Primary Assistant Teacher

  • Palatine, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 3 days ago

Duties Primary Assistant Teacher Quest Academy is a leading, non-profit private independent school for gifted students in grades Preschool - 8 located in Palatine, IL outside of Chicago....

Multilingual Learner Teacher Assistant Malayalam

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Teacher Assistant/ Multilingual Learner | Malayalam Date Posted: 7/3/2025 Location: District 207 Closing Date: 07/13/2025    Job Goal: To support the educational mission by...

Multilingual Learner Teacher Assistant Spanish

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Teacher Assistant/ Multilingual Learner | Spanish Date Posted: 7/3/2025 Location: District 207 Closing Date: 07/13/2025    Job Goal: To support the educational mission by...

Multilingual Learner Teacher Assistant (Gujarati / Hindi)

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Teacher Assistant/ Multilingual Learner |Gujarati Date Posted: 7/3/2025 Location: District 207 Closing Date: 07/13/2025    Job Goal: To support the educational mission by...

Multilingual Learner Teacher Assistant (Russian / Ukrainian)

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Teacher Assistant/ Multilingual Learner | Russian/Ukrainian Date Posted: 7/3/2025 Location: District 207 Closing Date: 07/13/2025    Job Goal: To support the educational...

Multilingual Learner Teacher Assistant (Urdu / Hindi)

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Teacher Assistant/ Multilingual Learner | Urdu Date Posted: 7/3/2025 Location: District 207 Closing Date: 07/13/2025    Job Goal: To support the educational mission by...

Multilingual Learner Teacher Assistant Urainian / Spanish (Part Time - .5 FTE)

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Teacher Assistant/ Multilingual Learner | Ukrainian/Spanish Date Posted: 7/3/2025 Location: District 207 Closing Date: 07/13/2025    Job Goal: To support the educational...

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant - South Bank Primary School

  • Poplar Grove, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Poplar Grove, IL
  • 3 days ago

Further Information Are you committed to making a real difference to the lives of the children at South Bank Primary School? Are you ready for a new challenge? If so, we need you! South Bank...

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Salary for Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
7.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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