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About The Position

Requirements

• Prior experience working with in a licensed childcare setting
• Meets Illinois DCFS qualifications for Lead Teacher (education and experience)
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and best practices
• Warm, patient, and nurturing teaching style
• Dependable, organized, and confident in classroom leadership
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a classroom in compliance with Illinois DCFS licensing requirements
• Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and daily routines
• Foster secure attachments through responsive, nurturing care
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers in the classroom
• Observe, document, and support infant developmental milestones
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families
• Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation procedures are followed

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance