PreK Teacher - Western Springs

Bright Horizons • Western Springs, IL

9d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day. Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to pursue a college degree at no cost. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Kindergarten Prep Teacher. Looking for passionate teachers to work in our school. We have beautiful classroom environments and teaching teams with a family feel. Come to work every day feeling inspired and supported by our award-winning team of leaders and teachers! Our center boasts multiple enrichment programs including an art studio, Stem Lab, Movement Matters Zone, music, Spanish and fine dining along with close relationships to the families that trust us with their children. Our school is close to the Western Springs and Hinsdale Train Stations. Team building is alive at Western Springs through the work of our Better Together group.

Requirements

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• Must meet state requirements to be Teacher Qualified in the State of IL: 1) 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with six semester hours or nine quarter hours in courses related directly to child care and/or development from birth to age 6 OR 2) 1 year (1560 clock hours) of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten or licensed day care center AND 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 semester or 9 quarter hours in courses related directly to childcare and/or child development from birth to age 6 OR 3) Completion of credential programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G, otherwise known as CDA.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for 4- and 5-year-old children is required

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
• CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred

Responsibilities

• Guide a teaching team to create plans, goals, and lead hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the 4- and 5-year-old children in your classroom
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees