Lead Preschool Teacher

Glenview Park District; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Pension/IMRF

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Membership Dues Reimbursement

Job summary

Glenview Park District in Glenview, IL seeks an Early Childhood Lead Teacher for a part-time, year-round role. You will plan, organize, and conduct lessons to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth for 2- to 5-year-olds, while supervising and maintaining a safe and engaging classroom environment.

You should be a team player with energy and a love for young children; 19+ years old, with required ECE coursework or related experience, plus mandated trainings and certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 19.
• 2 years of college with 6 ECE hours or 1 year college with 6 ECE hours and 1 year of child development experience.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid and food sanitation must be obtained on hire.
• Gateways Registry registration required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and conducts early childhood programs.
• Prepares daily lesson plans based on theme-based curriculum.
• Instructs children aged 3–6 to support readiness for preschool or kindergarten.
• Uses varied educational techniques to promote growth.
• Helps children build social skills and self-esteem; ensures safety.

Skills

Love for young children

Team player

Energetic personality

Mature and responsible

Strong communication

Education

2-year college / Associate degree + 6 ECE hours

1 year college + 6 ECE hours + 1 year child development experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: This Early Childhood Program is a program for 2-5 year-olds. The Early Childhood Lead Teacher is responsible for day-to-day planning, organizing and conducting lessons and activities to promote students’ social, physical and intellectual growth. Performs administrative duties related to the area of responsibility, including weekly lesson plans and initiative to establish a well-rounded learning environment. Directly responsible for supervising children and providing a safe and educational environment for all students. We are looking for a team player who has a love for young children along with an energetic personality, enthusiasm and willingness to grow with the program. Must also express maturity in thought, work habits and responsibility that perform the following, but not limited to:Plans, organizes, and conducts early childhood programsPrepares daily lessons plans based on the established theme-based curriculumInstructs children (3-6 years of age) in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for next preschool age group or for kindergarten readinessUses a variety of different educational techniques to teach childrenHelps students build social competencies and self-esteemQUALIFICATIONSAge: Minimum age 19Education: 2 years of college/Associate’s Degree (60 hours) with 6 hours in ECE OR 1 year of college (30 hours) with 6 hours ECE (birth-6 years) and 1 year (1560 Hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten or licensed day care center; Bachelor’s degree preferredExperience: Preference is given to applicants with preschool experience in a classroom settingCertifications/Memberships: Professional certification(s) and/or active membership in a professional association desirable; Food Sanitation Certification and CPR, First Aid and Child Heimlich Maneuver certification must be obtained upon hireOther: Must complete Mandated Reporter online training, medication exam with TB test and up to date vaccination for TDAP (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) and MMR (mumps, measles and rubella) and must complete 15 hours of in-service training annuallyMust register with the Gateways Registry upon hireSCHEDULING AND PAY:This position is part-time, year-round – must be able to work from 8:45 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Monday-FridayHours: Up to 37 hours per weekPay: $20/hour starting, commensurate with qualifications and experienceBENEFITS WE OFFERIn exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefit package, including:Medical Coverage, PPO or HMOPrescription CoverageLife InsurancePension/Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF)Paid Time OffProfessional Membership Dues ReimbursementComplimentary Health and Fitness Membership and facility discountsShort- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF)Public Service Loan Forgiveness457 Plan / Defined Contribution PlanTuition ReimbursementProfessional Membership Dues ReimbursementAPPLY ONLINEVisit us at www.GlenviewParks.org – Click on “Jobs” at the top of the pageFOR MORE INFORMATIONContact Amanda KirkAmanda.Kirk @glenviewparks.orgIf interested, please apply early, recruiting and interviewing will begin immediately.Glenview Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.