Early Childhood Teacher

Creative Academy; Lyons Township (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Supportive leadership

Warm culture

Benefits for 30+ hrs

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Creative Academy in Lyons Township, IL is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to nurture curiosity and confidence through play-based activities for young learners. You will create a safe, engaging classroom and collaborate with families to support each child’s journey.

The role emphasizes reliability, creativity, and teamwork, with opportunities for paid training and professional growth. Competitive pay for 30+ hours per week.

Qualifications

• Passion for early childhood education and play-based learning.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center preferred (CDA, ECE coursework, or degree a plus).
• Reliability, creativity, and a genuine heart for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, joyful classroom where young children can explore, learn, and grow.
• Engage children in hands-on, play-based activities, songs, stories, and sensory experiences.
• Support children social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Partner with families to build strong, positive relationships and support each child’s journey.
• Collaborate with a small team that values communication, fun, and professional growth.
• Maintain licensing and safety standards while creating meaningful learning experiences.

Skills

Passion for early childhood education

Reliability

Creativity

Team player

Positive energy

Education

CDA or ECE coursework or degree

Job description

AtCreative Academy, we don’t just “watch kids” — we nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Our play-based, early childhood program is a place where play meets purpose, and we’re looking for reliable and passionateEarly Childhood Educatorsto join our family. If you’re searching for achildcare teacher,toddler teacher, orpreschool educator position, you’ll feel right at home here.

What You’ll Do

• Create a safe, joyful classroom where young children can explore, learn, and grow
• Engage children in hands-on, play-based activities, songs, stories, and sensory experiences
• Support children social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Partner with families to build strong, positive relationships and support each child’s journey
• Collaborate with a small but mighty team that values communication, fun, and professional growth
• Maintain DCFS licensing and safety standards while creating meaningful learning experiences

Why You’ll Love Us

Competitive pay based on education & experience

Paid training and professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership that listens and values your input

A warm, family-like culture where your work is appreciated daily

Benefits available at 30+ hours per week

Monday–Friday schedule —no nights or weekends

What We’re Looking For

• Passion forearly childhood educationand play-based learning
• Experience in a licensed childcare center preferred (CDA, ECE coursework, or degree a plus)
• Reliability, creativity, and a genuine heart for working with children
• A team player who brings positive energy to the classroom
• Ability to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences

This is more than a job, it’s a chance to inspire little learners and make a difference every single day.