Early Childhood Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Type: Full-Time 10-month Supervisor: Judy Wahl, Head of Early Childhood Location: Chicago, IL, on-site Starting Date: August 13, 2026 Why consider Catherine Cook School? Cook is a vibrant and inclusive learning community where curiosity, connection, and compassion are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to developing creative, collaborative problem solvers who tackle global challenges from multiple perspectives. Our dedicated faculty and staff help students from preschool through 8th grade become empowered learners and leaders. All Cook employees are trained and supported in incorporating wellness and belonging into their work with students and adults. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and social-emotional learning (SEL) are the cornerstones upon which we build a curriculum and community. At Cook, we commit to all community members being active learners, from our preschool students to us as adults. We invite you to consider how Cook will benefit from having you, along with your experiences in educating and learning, as a part of our community. How will this role contribute to the growth of the Cook community? Catherine Cook School seeks a vibrant and innovative Early Childhood Teaching Assistant. Early Childhood is PS (3-year-olds), JK (4-year-olds), SK (5-year-olds). This position is vital to building warm, respectful, and supportive relationships with students and cultivating a safe and stimulating learning environment. Teacher Assistants help create the foundation for a smoothly functioning classroom team by communicating openly and honestly with the lead teacher about roles, duties, and classroom routines. How will I contribute and grow personally and professionally in this role? Gro