Daycare Teacher — Nurture Growth & Plan Fun Learning

LITTLE SCHOLARS JOURNEY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensations

Career Advancement Opportunities

Great Work Environment

Job summary

LITTLE SCHOLARS JOURNEY in Chicago is seeking an experienced Daycare Teacher to support children's cognitive, social, and physical development in a nurturing environment.

You will plan developmentally appropriate activities, maintain daily schedules, provide basic care, and communicate with parents about progress. The ideal candidate is patient, creative, organized, and CPR/First Aid certified, with a passion for early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Experience in daycare/childcare, with ability to manage routines.
• Solid understanding of child development and age-appropriate activities.
• Patient, kind, and nurturing demeanor when engaging children.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required or expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan developmentally appropriate games and activities.
• Design a daily and weekly schedule for a group of children.
• Provide basic care and caregiving activities.
• Evaluate children to ensure developmental milestones are met.
• Communicate with parents and update them on children's activities.

Skills

Daycare experience

Child development knowledge

Patience & nurturing

Organizational skills

First aid/CPR certified

Job description

LITTLE SCHOLARS JOURNEY in Chicago is seeking an experienced Daycare Teacher to support children's cognitive, social, and physical development in a nurturing environment.

You will plan developmentally appropriate activities, maintain daily schedules, provide basic care, and communicate with parents about progress. The ideal candidate is patient, creative, organized, and CPR/First Aid certified, with a passion for early childhood education.