Play-Based Developmental Kindergarten Teacher

Chicago Heights School District 170; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 170 in Chicago Heights, Illinois, is seeking a Developmental Kindergarten Teacher to provide play-based instruction aligned with Kindergarten Standards and to support the academic, social-emotional, and physical growth of young learners. The teacher will create a safe, inclusive classroom and collaborate with families and staff to ensure student success.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, and an endorsement such as Early

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Early Childhood Endorsement (Type 04) Preschool - 3rd grade, or equivalent endorsement.
• LBS Endorsement (Learning Behavior Specialist).

Responsibilities

• Establish rapport with and motivate each student.
• Provide a structured, play-based program aligned to Kindergarten Curriculum.
• Plan, implement and evaluate the individualized education plan for each child.
• Prepare reports required by administration.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans for daily schedules.
• Participate in preschool screenings.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate instruction aligned to Kindergarten Standards.
• Foster growth in early literacy, numeracy, communication, motor development, and social-emotional learning.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse developmental needs.
• Utilize hands-on activities, learning centers, structured play, and small-group instruction.
• Promote independence, problem-solving, creativity, and positive peer interactions.
• Observe, assess, and document developmental and academic progress.
• Use assessment results to guide instruction and interventions.
• Monitor student growth and communicate progress with families and school staff.
• Attend and implement MTSS and IEPs as applicable.
• Collaborate with special education staff and other specialists.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and provide required documentation.
• Attend in-service programs and faculty meetings.
• Establish and maintain regular communication with parents.
• Lift and relocate children/equipment as needed.
• Assist with self-help, toileting, and self-care skills if applicable.
• Sanitize materials/equipment per policy.
• Perform all duties assigned by the building principal.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Early Childhood Endorsement (Type 04) Preschool - 3rd grade, or equivalent endorsement

LBS Endorsement (Learning Behavior Specialist)

Job description

School District 170 in Chicago Heights, Illinois, is seeking a Developmental Kindergarten Teacher to provide play-based instruction aligned with Kindergarten Standards and to support the academic, social-emotional, and physical growth of young learners. The teacher will create a safe, inclusive classroom and collaborate with families and staff to ensure student success.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, and an endorsement such as Early