Early Childhood Teacher

MEP Health; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide young children through developmentally appropriate learning experiences on-site in Glenview, IL. You will design curricula, foster a safe and inclusive classroom, and communicate progress with families.

You will mentor assistant teachers, uphold health and safety standards, and contribute to ongoing program improvements in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Leadership skills to mentor staff and collaborate effectively.
• Commitment to health, safety, and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement curriculum that promotes social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Maintain a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for children.
• Partner with families to communicate progress, support individual needs, and celebrate milestones.
• Model an inclusive and collaborative culture.
• Mentor assistant teachers and uphold health and safety standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of center programs.

Skills

Early childhood ed

Communication skills

Engaging learning env

Leadership

Health and safety

Job description

Role: Lead Teacher responsible for guiding young children through engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement curriculum that promotes social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Maintain a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for children.
• Partner with families to communicate progress, support individual needs, and celebrate milestones.
• Model an inclusive and collaborative culture.
• Mentor assistant teachers and uphold health and safety standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of center programs.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in early childhood education or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Leadership skills to mentor staff and collaborate effectively.
• Commitment to health, safety, and inclusive practices.