Teacher ( 0-3)

Brightpoint; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Three weeks paid time off each year

11 paid holidays

401(k) with match

Job summary

Brightpoint is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher for the Scott Early Learning Center in Bloomington, IL. You will use Head Start, Early Head Start, and Creative Curriculum to support children's growth through play and hands-on experiences.

Develop individualized lesson plans and meet with parents to support positive outcomes for your students. The role offers a full-time, salaried schedule in a classroom setting with a strong supervision structure, and opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or CDA with plan to complete further credentials within 12 months.
• Ability to obtain Gateways Level 4 credentials within 12 months.
• Minimum of 1 year experience with children and/or families.

Responsibilities

• Participates in curriculum implementation reflecting mandated elements and cultural influences.
• Responsible for education requirements of children in assigned classroom, including screenings.
• Assesses children and documents results.
• Collaborates with teaching team to set classroom goals and plan lessons.
• Conducts small/large group and individualized activities.
• Supervises safety and wellbeing in indoor/outdoor environments.
• Maintains knowledge of early education approaches and safety rules.
• Prepares supplies and environment for activities.

Education

Associate's Degree in Child Development or related field

CDA with enrollment in a college program in Child Development or Early Childhood Education

Gateways to Opportunity Level 4 credentials (Infant-Toddler and ECE) within 12 months

1 year of experience with children/families

Job description

The Early Childhood Teacher is a critical member of the Scott Early Learning Center team, using Head Start, Early Head Start, and Creative Curriculum® to enhance the physical, emotional, and cognitive growth of children through play and hands-on experiences. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will develop individualized lesson plans and meet with parents to support the best outcomes for your students. As an Early Childhood Education Center with NAEYC accreditation and ExceleRate Gold Circle of Quality designation, you’ll be proud to be part of the Scott Early Learning Center team, and with our cohesive team style and supportive, high quality supervision, you’ll look forward to coming back each day.

Candidate Qualifications

For Teacher 0-3 year olds:

• Associate's Degree in Child Development or a closely related field with 18+ hours of ECE credits required OR Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and enrollment in a college program in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or closely related field with at least 30 credit hours completed, including 12 hours in Early Childhood Education.
• Ability to obtain an Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Early Childhood Education Level 4 credential within 12 months of employment required.
• Ability to obtain an Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Infant Toddler Level 4 credential within 12 months of employment required.
• A minimum of 1 year experience working with children and/or families required.

(Candidates without the required degree/credentials may be considered with an approved educational plan).

Job Responsibilities

• Participates in classroom curriculum implementation to support high quality teaching and learning practices which reflect mandated elements and components, and parental and cultural influences, as well as promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of children.
• Responsible for the education requirements of children in assigned classroom, including all required screenings.
• Assesses children and evaluates and documents results.
• Works collaboratively with teaching team in establishing the guidelines and goals for the classroom by contributing ideas for lesson plans.
• Conducts small group, large group, and individualized activities.
• Actively supervises and ensures the safety and wellbeing of all children in the indoor and outdoor environments.
• Maintains knowledge of therapeutic and educational approaches in early education.
• Assures that safety rules are observed and guards against harmful situations on field trips, walking trips, and on the playground.
• Prepares supplies and environment for activities.

Job Details

• Compensation: Salary range is between $42k-$46k; offers are commensurate with experience and bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. The salary range provided represents our current estimate for this role at the time of posting and is subject to change. The final salary will be determined based on a range of factors, including but not limited to, a candidate's relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and alignment with organizational needs. We are dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce while providing equal opportunities for all candidates.
• Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance, three scheduled weeks of paid time off each year (Spring, Summer, Winter), and additional flexible paid leave that accrues based on tenure; 11 paid holidays, supplemental insurance options, 401(k) with match, (more benefit details here).
• Location: Classroom setting (Scott Early Learning Center).
• Schedule: Full-time, salaried; center is open Mon-Fri, 7:30am-5:30pm; assigned shifts will vary.
• We don’t just hire talent—we grow it: Emerging Leaders will have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)