Therapeutic Assistant/Teacher Assistant - Chicago (WL)

Make a Meaningful Difference as a Therapeutic Assistant!

Do you love working on a collaborative team with a shared mission? Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community while growing your skills in a play-based, child-centered clinical environment? Blue Bird Day, a leading specialized intensive pediatric therapeutic day program, is seeking a Therapeutic Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists.

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About the Role

As a Therapeutic Assistant, you will support children ages 2-7 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. In this role, you'll help promote each child's cognitive, social, emotional, adaptive, and developmental growth by:

• Assisting with individualized therapy activities and classroom/lesson preparation

• Supporting group therapy rotations

• Collaborating daily with occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and social workers

• Helping maintain a positive, engaging, play-based learning environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $18.25–$19/hour

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision + Life & Disability Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Competitive PTO and Holiday Allowances

• 401(k) with Employer Contributions

• Continuing Education (CEU) Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Program

Schedule & Location

• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

• Location: 1233 W. Adams St. Chicago, IL

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree OR completion of at least 60 semester hours of college-level coursework

• Experience working with children or clients with special needs is a plus

• Ability to lift up to 25lbs

Why Join Blue Bird Day?

• Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture

• Professional growth opportunities, including mentorship and CEU support

• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with neurodiverse needs