Pre-Kindergarten Teacher at Early Learning Center

EARLY LEARNING CENTER; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

EARLY LEARNING CENTER in Springfield, Illinois, is seeking a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher for a 180-day contract. The role reports to the Building Principal and requires an Illinois Professional Educators License with Early Childhood endorsement, and ideally Early Childhood Special Education endorsement.

The successful candidate will foster an inclusive PK learning environment, implement approved PK curriculum, assess student progress, and collaborate on school improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educators License required; Early Childhood license preferred for dual certification
• Endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education preferred; may consider 1-year hire without endorsement
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential

Responsibilities

• Provide an inclusive learning environment compliant with PK guidelines
• Plan and implement PK instruction aligned with approved curriculum
• Establish and apply appropriate student assessment procedures
• Maintain classroom climate with behavior management and SEL supports
• Provide curricular and behavioral support per IEPs
• Participate in staff development activities
• Contribute to school improvement initiatives
• Attend district in-services for curriculum and instructional growth
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and the public
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Illinois Professional Educators License - Early Childhood

Early Childhood Special Education endorsement

Job description

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher at Early Learning Center

Springfield School District 186 Early Learning Center - Springfield, Illinois

This job is also posted in Springfield School District 186

Job Details

Job ID: 5863829

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 20, 2026

Job Description

TITLE OF VACANCY: Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

LOCATION: Early Learning Center

CONTRACT PERIOD: 180 days

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educators License; Early Childhood required and Early Childhood Special Education endorsement/approvals, preferred. Candidates without the necessary endorsement for dual certification could be considered for hire for 1 year only
• Knowledge of current curriculum, instructional trends, and school improvement process
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to informally and formally assess learning and behavioral needs of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide a high quality, inclusive learning environment for prekindergarten students as defined by ISBE Preschool for All monitoring guidelines and accountability systems.
• Plan and implement instruction in accordance with the approved PK curriculum.
• Establish and implement appropriate student assessment procedures.
• Maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning through the establishment of a behavior management plan and social emotional supports.
• Provide curricular and behavioral support to students as specified on Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Active participation in staff development activities.
• Contribute as a team member and/or leader to school improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQUIP) initiatives.
• Attend district in-services and professional development opportunities in order to implement new strategies for curriculum and instructional improvement.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and the public.
• Other duties as assigned.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM

EFFECTIVE DATE: First contractual day of the 2026-2027

District 186 180-day calendar

SALARY and BENEFITS: In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement;

Go to the 26-27 SEA Salary Schedule to view the SEA Salary Schedule

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• 3063 Fiat Ave
• Springfield, Illinois 62703
• Phone: [phone]