Preschool Teacher

Agapé Child Care Learning Center; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Tuition discounts for staff children

Job summary

Agapé Child Care Learning Center in Hazel Crest, Illinois, is seeking an energetic and experienced Preschool Teacher to lead a classroom, assess students' levels, and design instruction that meets their needs. Ideal candidates will have a background in Early Childhood Education and a passion for fostering learning.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, maintaining a supportive environment, and documenting children's progress. Candidates must meet Illinois DCFS Teacher qualifications and have strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must meet Illinois DCFS Teacher Qualifications.
• CPR/First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain).
• 1–2 years of experience in a licensed early childhood setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons for children.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with families and communicate regularly.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Classroom management skills

Creative problem-solving

Understanding of child development principles

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA with relevant experience

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Benefits/Perks
• Competitive Compensations
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition discounts for staff children
• Supportive, mission‑driven environment

Job Summary

We are seeking an energetic and experienced Preschool Teacher to join our team! You will be leading a class of students through the school year, assessing their current academic level, and designing instruction to meet students’ collective and individual needs. The ideal candidate will also be familiar with Early Head Start and Head Start program expectations.

You are passionate about learning and helping students reach their potential. With strong creative and problem-solving skills, you love connecting with individual students and creating an engaging classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons for children
• Incorporate Head Start‑aligned practices, including individualized learning
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
• Observe, assess, and document children’s developmental progress
• Build strong relationships with families and communicate regularly
• Follow DCFS licensing standards and center policies
• Collaborate with staff and participate in professional development
• Support social‑emotional learning through positive guidance
• Assess student's skills and performance to ensure they are meeting developmental milestones

Qualifications

• Must meet Illinois DCFS Teacher Qualifications
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field with ECE coursework)
• OR CDA with relevant experience
• Familiarity with Early Head Start and/or Head Start programs
• 1–2 years of experience in a licensed early childhood setting
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
• Problem-solving and mediation skills

Preferred

• Experience in a preschool or Head Start classroom
• Experience in a childcare environment
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum or Teaching Strategies