Lead Teacher

Land of Learning Child Care Center; Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Benefits: Dental, Medical, Vision

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

Land of Learning in Sycamore, IL is seeking a Lead Teacher to support Preschool students with developmentally appropriate instruction and a nurturing approach. The role requires a CDA or at least 6 ECE college credits and the ability to pass background checks; previous childcare experience is a plus.

Shifts run Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm. Compensation ranges from $18 to $20 per hour based on education and experience, with a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Requires a CDA or at least 6 ECE college level credits.
• Ability to pass all background checks.
• Previous childcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare developmentally appropriate lesson plans at least one week in advance.
• Implement plans weekly across all areas of child development and use the parent communication app.
• Establish a professional rapport with families to provide quality care.
• Ensure safety and well-being of each child and maintain an organized, clean classroom.
• Maintain child assessments and portfolios; conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences in Nov and May.
• Demonstrate physical ability to work around young children and lift up to 40 lbs.

Skills

CDA Credential

ECE Credits

Education

CDA or 6 ECE credits

Job description

Land of Learning in Sycamore is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support the following age groups:

Preschool

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a CDA or at least 6 ECE college level credits, and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm

Compensation: $18 - $20/hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
• Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently.
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.
• Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
• Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

Land of Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.