Early Preschool Teacher

Primrose School of Winfield; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Free lunch & snacks

Discount childcare for dependents

Clothing allowance

Education scholarships

Job summary

Primrose School of Winfield seeks experienced Early Preschool Teachers (24 months - 3 years) to foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth using the Primrose Balanced Learning approach. The role offers lead, full-time positions with provided lesson plans, supplies, and resources.

Hours are 7:45-4:45, weekdays, no weekends. The ideal candidate will hold a CDA/AA/BA/MA in ECE or related field, have a passion for early childhood education, and bring experience from licensed programs.

Qualifications

• CDA, Associate, Bachelor, or Master’s degree in ECE or related field required.
• Experience in licensed early childhood program preferred.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
• Passion for early childhood education and a vision of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily classroom functions and ensure a safe, engaging environment.
• Implement approved lesson plans and the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum.
• Track children’s progress and communicate with parents using our assessments.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom and meeting health/safety standards.

Skills

Positive relationships

Strong communication

Education

CDA/Associate/Bachelor/Master in ECE

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

We are more than a daycare. We are a premiere childcare experience.

We seek experienced and enthusiastic Early Preschool Teachers (24 months - 3 years) to implement a program that promotes each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development, per the Primrose Balanced Learning approach to teaching and learning. We are hiring lead, full-time teachers. All lesson plans, supplies, and resources are provided. Get your nights and weekends back! Hours: 7:45-4:45

Our Benefits:

• Excellent and competitive pay for leads $20-24 hr.; Support $18-19 hr.
• Compensation will grow with experience, education, and achievements
• 401k/Simple IRA with employer match
• A school leadership team that supports the professional and personal growth of the staff
• Health Care- Medical/dental/vision benefits
• Paid holidays, sick days, Paid training, and paid time off (per employee handbook)
• Discount childcare for your dependents
• Daily lunch and snacks are provided
• Primrose clothing allowance
• Clear expectations, necessary resources and supplies provided, and support to meet children's needs
• CPR and First Aid training provided
• Scholarships to further your education and potential growth opportunities/CDA paid
• Full-time and part-time positions are available, Monday-Friday, no weekends
• The opportunity to make a difference

Our ideal candidate has the following:

• A strong commitment to building positive relationships with staff, families, and the community.
• CDA, Associate, Bachelor, or Master's degree in ECE or related field required, or partial college completion is also considered.
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
• A passion for early childhood education and a vision of excellence.

Responsibilities of this role:

• Responsibility for the overall supervision and daily class functions of the classroom;
• Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming.
• Track children’s progress and report to parents with our pediatric-endorsed assessment;
• Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and confidently make decisions consistent with health and safety standards.

Company and Culture:

Being a teacher is more than just a job. At Primrose, we believe teachers can impact a child’s life in their critical first years. That’s why we equip you with the tools, training, and support to thrive inside and outside the classroom.

Primrose School is a mission-driven brand. At Primrose School of Winfield, there are opportunities for professional development, growth, and giving back to our local community. As the leader in early education and care, our research-informed Balanced Learning approach provides teachers with the tools and guidance to accommodate children's natural curiosity and to support each child while building problem-solving skills and confidence—and every member of our organization plays a critical role in accomplishing this mission.

Let’s talk about building a brighter future together.