Teacher (Early Childhood 3-5)

Brightpoint • Schaumburg, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Brightpoint is hiring an Early Childhood Teacher for children ages 3–5 at the Marletta Darnall Schaumburg Child & Family Center. The teacher uses Head Start, Early Head Start, and Creative Curriculum® to support children’s physical, emotional, and cognitive growth through play and hands-on experiences. The role includes developing individualized lesson plans, supporting children’s education and development, and meeting with parents to promote positive outcomes. The center is NAEYC-accredited and holds the ExceleRate Gold Circle of Quality designation. The position is full-time and salaried. The center operates Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; assigned shifts vary. The classroom is an indoor and outdoor center-based setting.

Requirements

• For teaching children ages 3–5, an associate degree in Child Development or a closely related field with at least 18 hours of early childhood education credits, or a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and enrollment in a college program in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a closely related field with at least 30 credit hours completed, including 12 hours in Early Childhood Education.
• Ability to obtain an Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Early Childhood Education Level 4 credential within 12 months of employment.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children and/or families.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in classroom curriculum implementation and promote high-quality teaching and learning that reflects mandated elements and components, parental and cultural influences, and children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Meet the education requirements of children in the assigned classroom, including completing required screenings.
• Assess children and evaluate and document assessment results.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to establish classroom guidelines and goals and contribute ideas for lesson plans.
• Conduct small-group, large-group, and individualized activities.
• Actively supervise children and ensure their safety and well-being in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Maintain knowledge of therapeutic and educational approaches in early education.
• Ensure safety rules are followed and guard against harmful situations on field trips, walking trips, and the playground.
• Prepare supplies and the environment for activities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Three scheduled weeks of paid time off each year (Spring, Summer, and Winter)
• Additional flexible paid leave that accrues based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) with employer match
• Leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship for Emerging Leaders
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility through Brightpoint's approved agency status

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree