Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Morton, IL

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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Classroom Aide - Part time

  • Edwards, IL (19 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Edwards, IL (19 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Duties St. Mary's is seeking a part-time instructional aide, generally 7:45 - 11:45 daily. Support and supervise students in the classroom setting. Able to support both groups and 1:1 instruction....

Classroom Paraprofessional

  • Bloomington, IL (24 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL (24 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Paraprofessionals/ Classroom Paraprofessional Date Posted: 3/10/2025 Location: Raymond Early Childhood Center Date Available: 08/13/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    We are...

Preschool Teacher Assistant

  • East Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • East Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 4 days ago

time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Childcare Early childhood education Daycare Child Development Associate Certification Teaching Entry level Full...

MLL Instructional Aide

  • Morton, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Morton, IL
  • 6 days ago

MLL Instructional Aide JobID: 3160 Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional Aide Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Jefferson Elementary School Date Available: ASAP   Additional...

Teacher Assistant-Toddler

  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 8 days ago

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

Preschool Teacher Assistant- Floater

  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 8 days ago

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

In House Daily Substitute Teacher/Aide

  • Morton, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Morton, IL
  • 14 days ago

In House Daily Substitute Teacher/Aide JobID: 3156 Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 2/24/2025 Location: Lincoln Elementary School Date Available: March 2025...

Assistant Teacher

  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Lead small group instruction as you implement the SESI academic rotational model....

Teacher Assistant

  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Cadence Academy Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking an Infant Teacher Assistant to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood...

Paraprofessional Aide

  • Roanoke, IL (17 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Roanoke, IL (17 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Duties Duties include one-to-one student support, classroom support and other supervisory duties as assigned. Qualifications Paraprofessional Approval Salary/Benefits to be discussed with...

Tutor (after school)

  • Bloomington, IL (24 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bloomington, IL (24 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Part-Time Temporary Hourly Employees/ Tutor Date Posted: 11/20/2024 Location: Oakland Elementary School Date Available: 01/06/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    $16/hour -...

Tutor

  • Bloomington, IL (24 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bloomington, IL (24 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Part-Time Temporary Hourly Employees/ Tutor Date Posted: 11/19/2024 Location: Irving Elementary School Date Available: 01/06/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    We are...

Teacher Aide - Autism

  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL (10 miles from Morton, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Duties POSITION GOAL: Assists the teacher in daily classroom instruction. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Model teacher's instructional methods when working with individual and groups of students....

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Morton, IL 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
3.1%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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