Head Start Teacher I, Day Shift — Impactful Early Ed

Adventist HealthCare; Riverdale (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Employee parking

Medical, dental, vision coverage for员工

Employer-paid disability & life保险

Paid Time Off

Employer retirement contribution and 3

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Adventist HealthCare’s Lourie Center Head Start program seeks an experienced Head Start Teacher I to foster a safe, supportive learning environment for young children. You will use Teaching Strategies GOLD data to guide curriculum decisions and ensure developmentally appropriate instruction, while maintaining precise records for transitions to public schools and family visits.

The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a typical schedule from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Child Development Associate certification required (Associate of Art in Child Development or related field).
• Minimum of 2 years working directly with children in an approved setting.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Create and establish a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Provide emotional support and encourage child expression and autonomy.
• Analyze assessment data from ongoing observations to guide curriculum and planning.
• Implement the assigned curriculum using various modalities and materials.
• Maintain accurate written records including assessments and transition documents.
• Use strategies for behavior management and proactive redirection.
• Attend trainings and participate in coaching cycles with the manager for professional development.

Education

Child Development Associate certification: Associate of Art in Child Development or related field

Job description

Adventist HealthCare’s Lourie Center Head Start program seeks an experienced Head Start Teacher I to foster a safe, supportive learning environment for young children. You will use Teaching Strategies GOLD data to guide curriculum decisions and ensure developmentally appropriate instruction, while maintaining precise records for transitions to public schools and family visits.

The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a typical schedule from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.