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Preschool Lead Teacher

Toddler Town Children's Learning Academy

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$19 - $22 / HOURPosted 2 months ago

Location

Evanston, Illinois

Salary

$19 - $22 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Lead Preschool Teacher will be responsible for creating a safe and engaging classroom environment while developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans to support cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development.

Requirements summary

Candidates should possess a passion for early childhood education, experience as a preschool or daycare teacher is preferred, and knowledge of NAEYC standards is beneficial.

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Job description

Benefits

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discounts Free food & snacks Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance Lead Preschool Teacher – $19–$22/hr – No Weekends – Childcare Discount Toddler Town Children's Learning Academy

Quick Job Details

Position: Lead Preschool Teacher

Pay: $19–$25/hr (based on experience)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, Full-Time

Location: Toddler Town

Start Date: Hiring Immediately

Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Childcare Discount, Paid Training, Meals Provided

Work Environment: Supportive team, collaborative culture, advancement opportunities

Join Our Team

Toddler Town is seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Preschool Teacher. If you love working with young children and creating a nurturing, engaging classroom, we want to hear from you. You will guide activities, support developmental milestones, and foster curiosity, creativity, and confidence in preschoolers. We value energy, patience, creativity, and a genuine love for children.

Benefits: & Work Environment

Supportive team and collaborative culture

Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement options

Child care discount for employees

Paid professional development and training

Meals provided during working hours

PTO and paid holidays

No weekends

Advancement opportunities

About Our School

At Toddler Town, we provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children explore, learn, and grow. We emphasize strong relationships, individualized support, and developmentally appropriate learning. Our educators work closely with families to encourage social, emotional, and academic growth. If you are passionate about early childhood education, we invite you to join our team.

Responsibilities: Create a safe and engaging classroom environment

Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans

Support cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development

Use play-based learning to encourage creativity

Plan arts, music, storytelling, and outdoor activities

Observe and document children’s progress

Communicate with parents about milestones

Collaborate with staff to enhance learning

Maintain licensing and safety standards

Foster a positive, inclusive classroom

Qualifications: Passion for early childhood education

Experience as a preschool or daycare teacher preferred

Knowledge of standards and requirements of the National Association for the Education of Young Children

Experience using the curriculum from Teaching Strategies in classroom instruction

CDA or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred (or equivalent experience)

Strong communication and classroom management skills

Patience, empathy, and creativity

CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Don’t Meet Every Qualification?

We still encourage you to apply. We value dedication, reliability, and a genuine love for working with children.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Toddler Town is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and provide equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Training
  • 401k
  • 401k Matching
  • Employee Discounts
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Retirement Options
  • Training And Development
  • Opportunity For Advancement
  • Free Food And Snacks
  • Childcare Discount
  • Meals Provided