Early Learning Center Teacher

Crosspoint Human Services•Danville, IL

14h

About The Position

Crosspoint Human Services is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Early Learning Center Teacher to create a nurturing and engaging classroom environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. The teacher fosters positive relationships with children and families, supports age-appropriate learning experiences, and helps build a strong foundation for children’s lifelong success. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Be at least 19 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Meet at least one of the following qualification pathways: an associate’s degree in child development or early childhood education; one year (1,560 clock hours) of experience in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university, including at least six semester hours in early childhood education or child development; a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA); Certified Childcare Professional credential from the National Early Childhood Program Accreditation; or Gateways to Opportunity Credentials of ECE 3 or higher or ITC 3 or higher.
Have a valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

One year of work experience in human services, child development, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement learning experiences that promote all developmental areas and school readiness, including literacy, phonemic and print awareness, numeracy, and language.
Organize and prepare teaching materials to carry out weekly lesson plans and provide opportunities that prepare each child for school success.
Guide children in developing social and self-help skills.
Conduct quarterly assessments of each child in the classroom.
Support children’s social and emotional development through positive child-guidance approaches and positive classroom relationships.
Schedule and conduct parent-teacher conferences at least twice per year.
Provide parents with progress reports on each child at least monthly.

Benefits

17–22 paid vacation days per year, accrued based on length of service
12 paid sick days per year
10 paid holidays
Employer contribution toward health insurance premiums for employees and their families
Group dental insurance
Group vision insurance
Flexible benefits
401(k) participation after 90 days of service with an employer match
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee referral program