Head Start Teacher (Rantoul)

Experience Champaign Urbana; Rantoul (IL); On-site; USD 26,794 - 39,358; Full time

Job summary

Experience Champaign Urbana seeks a Full-Time Head Start Teacher in Rantoul, IL. The ideal candidate will manage the classroom and deliver a developmentally appropriate educational program. Responsibilities include fostering communication with parents and the community. Candidates must hold an AA or BS in Early Childhood Education, with bilingual skills in English and Spanish a plus. A passion for children and families is essential. Competitive starting hourly wages are offered based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Ability to fulfill all DCFS requirements, including a physical and criminal background check.
• Must have an AA or BS in Early Childhood Education.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to practice civility at all times.

Responsibilities

• Manage the classroom effectively.
• Carry out educational programs tailored to individual child needs.
• Promote communication between the Head Start program, parents, and the community.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Classroom management

Communication skills

Developmentally appropriate education

Education

AA or BS in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Location

104 Nightingale Court, Rantoul, IL 61866, United States

Description

Champaign County Regional Planning Commission is seeking Head Start Teachers to join our team. The Head Start 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.

Compensation and Schedule

Status: Full-Time/Year-Round

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: 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 (MS)
• DOQ (Depending On Qualifications)

Requirements

• Ability to fulfill all DCFS requirements, including a physical and criminal background check
• Must have an AA or BS in Early Childhood Education
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• 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!

Please submit at least three professional reference letters with your job application. The references should be from current or prior employers.