Teacher (Early Childhood 3-5)
About The Position
The Early Childhood Teacher is a member of the Marletta Darnall Schaumburg Child & Family Center team, supporting the physical, emotional, and cognitive growth of children ages 3–5 through play and hands-on experiences. The teacher uses Head Start, Early Head Start, and Creative Curriculum®; develops individualized lesson plans; and meets with parents to support student outcomes. The center is NAEYC-accredited and has an ExceleRate Gold Circle of Quality designation. The position is full-time and salaried in a classroom setting. The center is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and assigned shifts vary.
Requirements
- Associate’s 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 support high-quality teaching and learning that reflect 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 required screenings.
- Assess children and evaluate and document 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 indoors and outdoors.
- 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 on the playground.
- Prepare supplies and the environment for activities.
- Develop individualized lesson plans and meet with parents to support student outcomes.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Three scheduled weeks of paid time off each year (Spring, Summer, and Winter), plus 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 through Emerging Leaders.
- Eligibility of Brightpoint as an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
