Preschool Teacher

Agapé Child Care Learning Center

Preschool Teacher

Hazel Crest, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Employee discounts

    Free food & snacks

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Tuition assistance

    Vision insurance

    Job Description

    We are seeking a passionate, professional, energetic teacher who can successfully manage and maintain a well-organized classroom by continually restoring and enhancing the environment suitable for young children. Must work effectively with directors and staff members to provide a learning environment for our children, develop and execute weekly themed lesson plans, providing group sensory, art, and special activities.

    Job Responsibilities

    · Promote open communication and foster positive relationships with parents and guardians.

    · Maintain all health and safety regulations

    · Develop individual care plans for each child based on their stage of development.

    · Maintain daily notes and files on the children’s development and progress.

    · Model empathy through respect, response, and gentle guidance.

    · Foster emotional and social development through a secure attachment with each child.

    · Lead and plan curriculum activities that stimulate children’s interest and ability.

    · Participate in need and service meetings, parent/teacher conferences.

    · Work effectively with directors and staff members to provide a suitable learning environment for our children.

    · Develop and execute weekly themed lesson plans, providing group times, sensory, art, and special activities.

    · Maintain a well-organized classroom by continually restoring and enhancing the classroom

    Benefits as one of our Teachers include:

    Medical, dental and vision insurance

    401K

    Discounted child care

    Paid time off

    Training

    Professional Development

    We would love to hear from you if:

    You have a deep desire to work with young children and their families

    You have a passion for early child childhood education and seek deeper professional development

    You have prior experience in early childhood education or working in a child care center

    You have a high school diploma or higher

    You have an education and/or training in Early Childhood Education

    Meet state-specific guidelines for the role