Licensed Preschool Teacher

AAUW Preschool; Illinois; On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a nurturing and dedicated team at a non-profit preschool that believes in building a strong foundation for children's success. This part-time licensed teacher role focuses on supporting a developmentally appropriate, nature-based curriculum in a collaborative environment. You will work closely with a Lead Teacher to provide enriching learning experiences while ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols. With a stellar community reputation, AAUW Preschool offers a supportive work culture that values professional development and offers paid training opportunities. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Staff Discount

Paid Training & Professional Development

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Must possess a bachelor's degree in early childhood or related field.
• Hold a Professional Educator License issued by Illinois State Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Nurture and interact with children and assist with classroom activities.
• Assist lead teacher with assessment documentation and children’s portfolios.

Skills

Classroom Management

Child Development

Assessment Documentation

Spanish Language

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or Related Field

Professional Educator License (PEL)

Gateways ECE Credential Level 5

Job description

AAUW Preschool, a non-profit, parent cooperative preschool in Waukegan, Illinois, is looking for a part-time licensed teacher for its afternoon Preschool For All class, Monday through Friday afternoons, 12:00-3:30 p.m. (plus 30-minute paid planning & prep time per day).

At AAUW Preschool, we believe firmly that preschool provides the foundation for building the social and academic skills that help children succeed in kindergarten and beyond. We are dedicated to nurturing the whole child, and that is at the heart of each of our teachers and staff. We offer a developmentally appropriate, nature-based curriculum with time daily in our spacious outdoor LearnScape.

Responsibilities

AAUW Preschool is seeking an assistant teacher who will embody our philosophy. In collaboration with the Lead Teacher and Aide, the Assistant Teacher supports classroom management and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children:

• Nurture and interact with children and assist with classroom activities.
• Assist lead teacher with assessment documentation and children’s portfolios.
• Follow all health and safety protocols of the Lake County Health Department (LCHD) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
• Follow all procedures, guidelines, and regulations of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Qualifications

• Teacher must possess a bachelor’s degree in early childhood or related field and hold a Professional Educator License (PEL) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education or a Gateways ECE Credential Level 5.
• Candidate must be willing to obtain and keep all CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler Certifications current and obtain 20 hours of professional development annually. Fees paid by employer; staff paid trainings.
• Ability to speak and write in Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Candidate must be able to pass a DCFS background check and abide by all DCFS regulations (as directed by facility director).

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Staff Discount
• Program follows a school calendar
• Paid Training & Professional Development (20 Hours Annually)
• Supportive work environment with stellar community reputation