Head Start Teacher

Champaign County Regional Planning Commission; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Champaign County Regional Planning Commission in Champaign, IL is seeking a Head Start Teacher to provide classroom leadership and implement a developmentally appropriate program aligned with Illinois Early Learning Standards. The role emphasizes creating a positive, engaging classroom where children build skills for future school success, while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for staff and families.

Schedule: 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Ability to fulfill all DCFS requirements, including a physical and criminal background check.
• Must have a AA or BS in Early Childhood Education.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Demonstrated exemplary attendance and dependability is required.
• Ability to practice civility at all times.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the classroom and carry out a developmentally appropriate program meeting Illinois Early Learning Standards.
• Create a positive learning environment where Head Start children gain the skills and attitudes for future school success.
• Ensure a welcoming, safe environment for staff, families, and children daily.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

DCFS background check

Attendance and dependability

Civility

Education

AA or BS in Early Childhood Education

Job description

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more

Information, Please See https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13634076

The Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing leadership in the classroom and carrying out a developmentally appropriate educational program to meet the individual needs of each child and Illinois Early Learning Standards. An important role of the Teacher is to provide leadership for our students and by creating a positive learning environment where Head Start children gain the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that lead to future school success. Our culture requires our teaching staff to ensure a supportive and welcoming environment every day and fosters a sense of safety for staff, families, and children.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to fulfill all DCFS requirements, including a physical and criminal background check.
• Must have a AA or BS in Early Childhood Education.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Demonstrated exemplary attendance and dependability is required.
• Ability to practice civility at all times.

Applicants must have a passion for children and families and the ability to support their success for self-sufficiency. Candidates seeking to join our team must be creative and be able to develop a positive classroom environment for the children that makes learning engaging, effective, and FUN!

Status:Full-Time/Year-Round/51 Weeks

Job Classification: Nonexempt/1

Schedule: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., M-F

Starting Hourly Wage:

• $19.58 - $20.60 (CDA)
• $20.60 - $21.64 (AA)
• $25.76 - $26.79 (BA)
• $27.73 - $28.76 (MS)
• DOQ (Depending On Qualifications)

CCRPC is and EEO/AA/ADA Employer.