Bilingual Preschool Teacher - English/Spanish (Immersion)

Tierra Encantada; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

12 paid holidays

Generous PTO package

401(k) with employer match

Performance bonus

Discounted childcare and waitlist

Job summary

Tierra Encantada in Chicago is seeking a Teacher for one of our Preschool classrooms. You will lead a classroom in partnership with another teacher, delivering our play-based, Spanish-English curriculum and engaging families.

The ideal candidate is fluent in Spanish and English, has at least 1 year in Early Childhood Education, and is committed to child-centered care. The role runs Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, with starting pay between $19.47 and $21.42 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in Spanish and English.
• One (1) year of experience working in Early Childhood Education.
• Must meet minimum standards for Early Childhood Teachers and School-age workers as defined in Illinois DCFS Rule 407.140.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Create a fun and welcoming environment for all children.
• Develop daily activities to support curriculum and educational objectives that provide children with opportunities for learning and growth through play.
• Oversee daily classroom operations including curriculum implementation, decor, and cleanliness.
• Assess each child's developmental needs through observations.
• Implement Tierra Encantada's curriculum and lesson plans.
• Collaborate with other teachers and leadership for parent conferences.
• Maintain classroom decor by season and support families with updates at pick-up/drop-off.

Skills

Spanish language

English language

Communication skills

Job description

Tierra Encantada in Chicago is seeking a Teacher for one of our Preschool classrooms. You will lead a classroom in partnership with another teacher, delivering our play-based, Spanish-English curriculum and engaging families.

The ideal candidate is fluent in Spanish and English, has at least 1 year in Early Childhood Education, and is committed to child-centered care. The role runs Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, with starting pay between $19.47 and $21.42 per hour.