Lead Teacher

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Western Springs (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners is seeking a Lead Teacher to join their dedicated team in Western Springs. The role focuses on providing high-quality educational experiences for children, requiring strong communication and child development skills. With a supportive environment and competitive pay, this organization values professional growth along with a family-oriented culture.

Benefits

Paid Trainings

Generous Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Workplace

Qualifications

• CDA or at least 6 ECE college level credits required.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Physical ability to work around small children.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans one week in advance.
• Establish rapport with families and ensure children's safety.
• Maintain organized and safe classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Child Development

Lesson Planning

Education

CDA or ECE college level credits

Job description

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Premier Early Childhood Education Partners provided pay range

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Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Description

Grand Avenue Preschool and Daycare of Western Springsis a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support the following age groups:

Pre-K and School Age

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.

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:45am-5:45pm

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.
  
  

Grand Avenue Preschool 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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs and E-Learning Providers

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