Head Start Lead Teacher | Early Childhood Education

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

403B retirement plan

Flexible Spending Account

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet Head Start is seeking an early childhood educator to join our community-focused program in Illinois. You will deliver developmentally appropriate activities, maintain portfolios, and collaborate with families to support children's growth and learning.

We offer generous benefits, paid time off, and a 403b retirement plan with employer contributions, along with opportunities for professional development and a supportive team dedicated to nurturing young minds.

Qualifications

• Associate's/Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education required or Master’s in related field.
• 36+ college credits in early childhood education if degree is related field.
• Professional Education License or equivalent.
• 1-8 years of childcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards and licensing standards.
• Act as delegate for Site Supervisor when needed.
• Conduct community recruitment for the program.
• Ensure active supervision and safety of children at all times.
• Maintain and rotate classroom materials and supplies.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to develop individualized goals for children.
• Maintain comprehensive assessment portfolios for each child.
• Facilitate weekly planning meetings and implement IEP/IFSP.
• Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
• Provide social and emotional support and implement curriculum with intentional teaching experiences.
• Other duties as assigned within program guidelines.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Professional Education License

Master’s in Early Childhood Education or related field

36+ college credits in ECE

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet Head Start is seeking an early childhood educator to join our community-focused program in Illinois. You will deliver developmentally appropriate activities, maintain portfolios, and collaborate with families to support children's growth and learning.

We offer generous benefits, paid time off, and a 403b retirement plan with employer contributions, along with opportunities for professional development and a supportive team dedicated to nurturing young minds.