Job Description

Location : 6818 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634, USA

The Lead Preschool Teacher at Children's Land is responsible for nurturing a vibrant and stimulating

learning environment where preschoolers can thrive. This role demands a dedicated individual who can

craft engaging and age-appropriate learning experiences that cater to the unique developmental needs of

the children. The Lead Teacher must have a comprehensive understanding of child development as it is

essential to ensure the highest standards of childcare and education.

Roles And Responsibilities

● Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum for children in their care

● Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children

● Supervise and monitor the safety of children in their care

● Establish positive relationships with parents and families

● Plan and lead activities to encourage physical, social, and intellectual growth in children

● Observe and document children’s progress and discuss with parents

● Assist with mealtime, naptime, and other daily routines

● Assist with potty training and other developmental milestones

● Encourage children to interact with each other and participate in group activities

● Provide guidance to children on appropriate behavior

● Participate in staff meetings and professional development activities

● Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment

Qualifications

● Ability to pass a state background check.

● Minimum Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

● 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.

*Copies of foreign evaluations are accepted.

● Previous 2 years experience working with preschoolers or young children.

● comply with all applicable federal, state requirements concerning immunizations, employment

physical/screening, and health and safety training.

● Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Skills

● Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education best practices.

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

● Strong observational and analytical skills.

● Creativity in developing educational materials and activities.

● Ability to manage time effectively and multitask.

● Patience and a genuine love for working with young children.

Compensation And Benefits

● Salary starts at $33,800 per year with opportunities to grow depending on a variety of factors

including experience, education, training and certifications.

● Health Insurance with Children's Land covering 25% of monthly premiums for full time employees

● Paid Leave: 40 hours of paid leave per 12-month period.

● Sick Leave: 40 hours of sick paid leave per 12-month period.

● Paid Vacation Days: 5 days per year after completing 1 year of employment, increasing by 2 days

after 5 years and by 3 days after 10 years.

● Holiday Pay: 6 annual national holidays observed and compensated.

About Children's Land

At Children's Land, we are committed to providing a nurturing and educational environment where

children can grow and learn. Our dedicated team works together with families to ensure the holistic

development of every child. We believe in fostering a love for learning from a young age, setting the

foundation for a lifetime of curiosity and growth.

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