Early Childhood Classroom Teacher - New Classroom January Start

East Moline School District 37 • East Moline, IL

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About The Position

East Moline Early Learning Center is hiring an Early Childhood Classroom Teacher for a new classroom starting January 4, 2027. The teacher will work as part of a team and participate in the building’s Professional Learning Community. The role requires building relationships and maintaining high academic and behavioral standards for students, as well as working effectively with culturally diverse students and families to help each child reach their full potential.

The position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is covered by the East Moline Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement. Salary placement is on the 2026–2027 EMEA Certified Staff Salary Schedule. Benefits information is available on the EMSD Benefits Website.

Requirements

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) suitable for the assigned grade and subject matter.
• Early Childhood Special Education endorsement or approval.
• Skilled at teaching in a team atmosphere.
• Adept at building relationships and maintaining high academic and behavioral standards for all students.
• Competent computer skills and ability to use educational technology.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students and families.

Nice To Haves

• ESL endorsement, Bilingual endorsement, or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) in bilingual education.

Responsibilities

• Teach in a team atmosphere and participate in the building’s Professional Learning Community.
• Build relationships and maintain high academic and behavioral standards for all students.
• Build rapport with culturally diverse students and families to support each child in reaching their full potential.
• Use computer skills and educational technology, including tools such as Smartboards and iPads.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed