Chicago Youth Centers

Paraprofessional

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience with children; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; good written and verbal communication; willingness to travel to various sites.

YOUTH PROGRAM MAKER'S LAB SPECIALIST (Part-Time)

Maker’s Lab Specialist

Associate degree with three years of relevant experience; experience with digital fabrication; teaching youth; bilingual is a plus.

FUNDRAISING & EVENTS COORDINATOR

Fundraising & Events Coordinator

Entry-level development professional with event and volunteer management focus; associate degree required, bachelor’s preferred; driver’s license; hybrid work.

GRANTS MANAGER

Grants Manager

Bachelor’s degree; 2-3 years non-profit experience with grant writing/management; hybrid work; strong communication; proficient with Microsoft Office and donor/grant software.

MASTER TEACHER

Master Teacher

2-3 years teaching experience; Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education; Type 04 certification; ESL endorsement preferred; strong communication; computer/time management; BA in ECE or Child Development.

Teacher (0-3)

Teacher

Early childhood teacher for children 0-3; Associate or Bachelor in ECE; Infant/Toddler credentials; Gateways credentials; bilingual English/Spanish preferred; CPR/First Aid; 1+ year EHS classroom experience.

ASSISTANT TEACHER

Assistant Teacher

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or BA with 30 credits in Early Childhood Education; 1-2 years related experience; strong communication and computer skills.

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education; Infant/Toddler CDA or 120 credit hours; Gateways Infant/Toddler Credential Level 5 by 2024; CPR/First Aid; 1 year EHS classroom experience; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (or BA with 30 credits in ECE); 1-2 years related experience; strong communication; computer skills.

FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATE

Family Service Associate

Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate’s degree required in Social Work or related field; 1-2 years in social work/family services; bilingual English/Spanish; willing to conduct home visits; strong communication skills; reliable transportation.

Provide casework, counseling, and referrals to families; plan family engagement; coordinate with healthcare staff; conduct home visits; maintain records.

Associate's in Early Childhood Education or BA with 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education; 1-2 years related experience; strong communication; computer skills; degree requirements met.

Lead Youth Worker

Associate’s degree or equivalent in Youth Development or related field; multiple pathways with college credits and experience; Advancing Youth Development Certificate; ability to manage after-school activities and budget.

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience with children; willingness to attend monthly training; proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook; strong communication; travel to various sites.

Associate or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education with 2 Infant-Toddler Courses; Infant/Toddler CDA or 120 credit hours; Gateways credentials (Level 2 ECE/IT; Level 5 Infant-Toddler by 2024); 1 year EHS experience; English and Spanish fluency; CPR/First Aid.

Bachelor’s degree preferred; Associate’s degree required in Social Work, Human Services or related field; 1-2 years in social work or family/community services; bilingual in English/Spanish; reliable transportation; strong communication; willingness to conduct home visits.

2-3 years experience; Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education; Type 04 certification; ESL endorsement preferred; strong communication; computer/time management skills.

YOUTH WORKER ASSOCIATE (Part Time)

Youth Worker Associate

Associate degree or equivalent in Youth Development or related field; 6–30 college hours with 2–3 years in youth development; strong communication and computer skills.

CHICAGO YOUTH CENTERS

Associate degree in Youth Development or related field; 30+ credits with 2 years youth development experience or 6-30 credits with 3 years; ability to work with children; strong communication and computer skills.

Associate degree in Youth Development or related field; 6–30 college hours with related youth development experience; ability to teach and engage youth; strong communication; computer skills (Word/Excel/Access).

Title	Location	Date
Paraprofessional Full Time · $37K-$40K/yr · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Apr 30, 2026
YOUTH PROGRAM MAKER'S LAB SPECIALIST (Part-Time) Part Time · $37K-$42K/yr · 3+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Mar 31, 2026
FUNDRAISING & EVENTS COORDINATOR Full Time · $50K-$60K · 2+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid	Chicago, Illinois, United States Hybrid	Mar 24, 2026
GRANTS MANAGER Full Time · $55K-$60K · 2+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid	Chicago, Illinois, United States Hybrid	Mar 10, 2026
MASTER TEACHER Full Time · $50K-$62K · 2+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
Teacher (0-3) Full Time · $40K-$52K · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
ASSISTANT TEACHER Full Time · $37K-$48K · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
Teacher (0-3) Full Time · $40K-$52K · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
ASSISTANT TEACHER Full Time · $37K-$48K · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATE Full Time · $40K-$50K · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATE Full Time · $44K-$51K · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
ASSISTANT TEACHER Full Time · $37K-$48K · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
Lead Youth Worker Full Time · $44K-$46K/yr · 3+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
Paraprofessional Full Time · $37K-$40K/yr · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
Teacher (0-3) Full Time · $40K-$52K · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATE Full Time · $40K-$50K · 1+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
MASTER TEACHER Full Time · $50K-$62K · 2+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 27, 2026
YOUTH WORKER ASSOCIATE (Part Time) Part Time · $37K/yr Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 26, 2026
YOUTH WORKER ASSOCIATE (Part Time) Part Time · $37K/yr · 2+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Feb 7, 2026
YOUTH WORKER ASSOCIATE (Part Time) Part Time · $37K/yr · 0+ YOE Chicago, Illinois, United States · Onsite	Chicago, Illinois, United States Onsite	Jan 21, 2026

Activities	Early childhood educationAfter-school enrichment programsYouth leadership developmentFamily support servicesSummer day camps
Headquarters	US
Industries	EducationSocial Services
Name	Chicago Youth Centers
Employees	148
Type	Non-Profit
Subsidiaries	Camp Rosenthal
Tagline	Provides early learning and out-of-school youth development programs.
Founded	1,956
Website	chicagoyouthcenters.org

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