Preschool Teacher

Furqaan Academy Bolingbrook; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Furqaan Academy Bolingbrook is seeking a caring Preschool Teacher to support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of young children through engaging, safe, and age-appropriate instruction. The teacher will foster a nurturing classroom and positive interactions.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, supporting literacy and numeracy, observing progress, communicating with families, maintaining records, and collaborating with staff to promote student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Education, or a related field is preferred.
• Illinois teaching certification or early childhood credential is a plus.
• Preschool/early childhood experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities.
• Develop students’ foundational skills in literacy, math, and social-emotional growth.
• Create engaging play-based learning experiences.
• Observe and document student development and progress.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or Early Childhood Education

Illinois teaching certification or early childhood credential

Job description

Furqaan Academy is seeking a caring, energetic, and enthusiastic Preschool Teacher who is passionate about working with young children and creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging early-learning environment. The ideal candidate will support the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of preschool-aged children through age-appropriate instruction, activities, and positive classroom interactions.

Responsibilities

The Preschool Teacher will be responsible for creating a safe, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment where young children can learn and grow.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons, activities, and learning experiences that support early childhood development.
• Develop students’ foundational skills in language, early literacy, mathematics, social-emotional development, and motor skills.
• Create engaging classroom activities using play-based, hands-on, and experiential learning approaches.
• Establish and maintain a structured, positive, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Supervise students at all times and ensure their safety and well-being.
• Maintain appropriate classroom routines, schedules, and expectations.
• Support children’s social and emotional development by teaching cooperation, communication, sharing, and problem-solving skills.
• Observe and document student development, progress, behavior, and areas requiring additional support.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents and guardians regarding student progress, classroom activities, and concerns.
• Collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and support staff to promote student success.
• Maintain accurate attendance and student records.
• Prepare classroom materials, learning centers, displays, and instructional resources.
• Address behavioral concerns using positive, age-appropriate classroom management strategies.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, and other school-related activities.
• Follow all school policies, procedures, health and safety requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly classroom environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Education, or a related field is preferred.
• Coursework or credits equivalent to an Early Childhood Education degree may be considered.
• Illinois teaching certification or early childhood credential (Type 4, Type 3, Type 9, or applicable early childhood certification) is a plus.
• Previous experience working with preschool or early childhood students is preferred.
• Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills.
• Must be able to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Must be able to pass a local criminal history check and fingerprint-based background check.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team-oriented school environment.
• Must demonstrate patience, enthusiasm, professionalism, and a genuine interest in working with young children.
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute/Relocate

• Bolingbrook, IL 60440: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field (Preferred)

Experience

• Preschool/Early Childhood Teaching: 1–3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification

• Illinois Teaching Certification or applicable Early Childhood credential (Preferred)