Lead Teacher
About The Position
The Learning Tree of Elgin West is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support our Young Preschool classroom! This is a full-time position with a 4/10 schedule (four days/week, 7:30am-5:30pm). The compensation is $20-$21/hour, based on education and experience. The Learning Tree is a family-oriented, close-knit organization that offers competitive pay, paid trainings, a generous benefits package, 401k with match, childcare discounts, and a fun, positive work environment with an open-door policy. They also provide shirts and swag to show appreciation for their teachers. The Learning Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces and celebrates diversity and inclusivity, and does not tolerate any kind of discrimination in its hiring processes.
Requirements
- CDA or at least 6 ECE college level credits
- Ability to pass all background checks
Nice To Haves
- Previous childcare experience
Responsibilities
- Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
- Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently.
- Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.
- Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.
- Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
- Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Trainings
- Enhanced Career and Professional Development
- Generous Benefits Package
- Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
- 401k with Match
- Discounts for Childcare
- Fun and Positive Place to Work
- Open Door Policy
- Shirts and Swag
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
