Early Childhood Teachers - Up to $27.00 an hour

We are currently hiring for a Preschool, Toddlers and Infant Teachers and Teacher Assistants. Teacher and Teacher's Assistants are responsible for cultivating a safe, nurturing environment while maintaining quality, developmentally appropriate curriculums for our early childcare programs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Ensure that our early childhood program complies with all Illinois licensing requirements

· Prepare weekly lesson plans using TSG based on the developmental needs of the classroom

· Observe and record behaviors of children to assist in identifying each child’s strengths and growth areas

· Attend parent meetings, home visits, parent/teacher conferences as required

· Perform quarterly screenings and assessments to identify developmental milestones

· Participate in professional development and training opportunities

· Provide leadership and supervision of interactions, activities, and materials appropriate for children’s social, cognitive, emotional, intellectual and physical development

· Protect and enhance the health and safety of the children and staff at the Early Childhood Center

· Maintain an inviting physical environment which fosters optimal growth and development

· Inform and welcome parents as observers and contributors to the classroom/program

· Represent the program in the community

QUALIFICATIONS

· Must have a A.A or B.A. degree in early childhood education/Child Development, B.A in an any discipline with at least 28 credit hours in ECE/CD or a CDA with a preschool or infant/toddler endorsement. Candidates with an ECE Level 4 or ECE Level 5 will also be considered.

· Must have leadership, management and organizational skills

· Must have NO criminal convictions for child related offenses, including neglect or abuse

We are currently hiring for our South Chicago, Dolton and Riverdale location.

Job Type: Full-time