PreK Teacher (West Champaign)

Experience Champaign Urbana; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 43,008 - 46,535; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Experience Champaign Urbana is seeking a full-time PreK Teacher to manage the classroom and provide a developmental educational program tailored to each child's needs. This position requires an Illinois Early Childhood Professional Educator License (EC PEL) and preferred experience with preschool children.

The teacher will work Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., receive a competitive salary, and enjoy benefits like health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Ability to fulfill all DCFS requirements, including a physical and criminal background check.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Experience with preschool children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the classroom effectively.
• Deliver a developmentally appropriate educational program.
• Align teaching strategies with the Illinois Early Learning Standards.

Skills

Ability to lift children

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Experience with preschool children

Education

Illinois Early Childhood Professional Educator License (EC PEL)

Job description

PreK Teacher

Location: 103 S. Country Fair Drive, Champaign, IL, 61821, United States.

Full‑time, year‑round (52 weeks). Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday‑Friday.

Salary: $31.22 – $33.78 per hour, varying with qualifications ($31.22 – $32.24 for BA/CERT, $32.76 – $33.78 for MA, DOQ as applicable).

The PreK Teacher is responsible for managing the classroom and delivering a developmentally appropriate educational program that meets the individual needs of each child and aligns with the Illinois Early Learning Standards.

Requirements

• Ability to fulfill all DCFS requirements, including a physical and criminal background check
• Illinois Early Childhood Professional Educator License (EC PEL)
• Experience with preschool children preferred
• Ability to lift children
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Ability to practice civility at all times

Benefits

Competitive benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, and retirement, as well as a high‑quality program and a positive work environment.

Job posted on Jan 21, 2026. Position open until filled.