Early Childhood Teacher
About The Position
Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. With its main campus at Loyola University Medical Center, Loyola Medicine is part of a comprehensive three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital. Gottlieb Memorial Hospital is seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Classroom Teacher to join our Early Childhood Education team. In this role, you'll provide a nurturing, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that supports young children's growth and development.
Requirements
- For Candidates Without an Associate's Degree: Must qualify with a total of 30 general college credit hours AND 6 credit hours in Early Childhood Education/Child Development from birth to age 6 or an equivalent Child Development Associate Certification (CDA).
- Must have completed 15 certified hours of Gateways to Opportunity Continuing Education Units.
- Must have current Membership to Gateways to Opportunity.
- Must have current CPR/First Aid Certification (or complete through Loyola during the first 30 days of employment).
- Food Handling certification.
- For Candidates with an Associate's Degree: Must meet the State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Early Childhood Education teacher requirements.
- Must have 60 college credit hours (with 6 credit hours in Early Childhood Education/Child Development from birth to age 6).
- Must have current Membership to Gateways to Opportunity.
- Must have current CPR/First Aid Certification (or complete through Loyola during the first 30 days of employment).
- Food Handling certification.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans
- Conduct quarterly child assessments
- Foster creativity, curiosity, and a love for learning
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Lead and collaborate effectively with co-teachers
- Demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Benefits
- Benefits from Day One
- Daily Pay
- Career Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
- Referral Rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
