Teacher
About The Position
The Teacher position at UW Health in northern Illinois has a 100% full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, with hours that vary across an 8-hour shift. The role requires qualifying education or child development experience, DCFS clearance and fingerprinting, and pediatric first aid certifications within 90 days of hire. UW Health describes a commitment to employee voice, shared governance, career growth, professional development, and a workplace where people feel they belong. UW Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to qualified applicants without regard to the protected characteristics listed in the job description.
Requirements
- An associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university, including 6 credit hours in courses directly related to child care or child development from birth to age six; required. Alternatively, one year of relevant child development experience and 30 credit hours may be accepted in lieu of the associate’s degree and 60 credit hours; required. Alternatively, a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) is required.
- DCFS clearance and a background check through the Finger Printing Network; required.
- First Aid Certification and Heart saver pediatric first aid certification within 90 days of hire; required.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement benefits
- Short- and long-term disability
- Paternity leave
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition assistance and reimbursement, including fully funded career advancement programs
- Annual wellness reimbursement
- Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
- Career growth opportunities and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
