EHS Teacher - Elizabeth Murphy Center

Champaign County Regional Planning Commission; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Great work environment

Job summary

Champaign County Regional Planning Commission is seeking an Early Childhood Education Teacher to manage the classroom and deliver a developmentally appropriate program for each child. The role emphasizes strong communication with Head Start staff, parents, and the community to create a welcoming, safe learning environment.

Candidates should have a 2-year degree and be able to meet Illinois DCFS requirements; CDA credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must meet all requirements of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
• CDA credential preferred for Infant-Toddler.
• Experience in early childhood setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the classroom and carry out a developmentally appropriate program for each child.
• Promote good communication between Head Start, parents, and the community.

Skills

CDA Credential

Early childhood experience

Dependability

Education

2 Year Degree

Job description

Location

• Location2005 Round Barn Road, Champaign, IL, 61821, United States
• Base Pay$19.45 - $28.57 / Hour
• Required Degree2 Year Degree
• Manage OthersNo
• Minimum Experience2 Years

Description

Champaign County Regional Planning Commission is seeking Early Childhood Education Teachers to join our team. Champaign County RPC is a people-focused agency made up of over 100 programs designed to generate possibilities for all within our community. A great deal of planning goes into creating opportunities where people can succeed on their own, and RPC is doing that work. From analysis to policy guidance to offering services to our communities, RPC’s people plan for people.
The Early Childhood Education Teacher is responsible for managing the classroom, carrying out a developmentally appropriate educational program to meet the individual needs of each child, and promoting good communication between the Head Start program, parents, and the community. Our culture requires that the Early Childhood Education Teacher ensures a supportive and welcoming environment every day and fosters a sense of and safety for staff, families, and children.

Requirements

• Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) with Infant-Toddler CDA preferred
• Experience working in an early childhood setting preferred
• Must meet all requirements of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
• Demonstrated dependability and exemplary attendance required.
• Knowledge of Head Start and other agency rules and regulations preferred.
• Must meet all requirements of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services

Summary

Competitive benefits, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement, tuition reimbursement, high quality programming and great work environment!
Status: Full-Time/Year-Round/52-Weeks
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (M-F)
Starting Hourly Wage:

$19.45 - $20.47 (CDA)

$20.47 - $21.50 (AA)

$25.59 - $26.62 (BA)

$27.55 - $28.57 (MA)
DOQ (Depending On Qualifications)

Job descriptions may be viewed at: Job Description Page

Employee Benefits may be viewed at: https://ccrpc.org/about_rpc/human_resources/benefits/index.php

CCRPC is an EEO/AA/ADA employer.

Additional Information

• Job Post DateJan 8, 2026
• Job Post End Date:Until Filled