Job detail
Lead Teacher- IL
Children of America
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/22/2026
Location
Flossmoor, Illinois
Salary
$17 - $22 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher is responsible for executing daily lesson plans and maintaining a safe, structured, and positive learning environment for children. They must also communicate effectively with parents and team members while documenting child progress using technology.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a high school diploma or ged and possess at least one year of experience in a licensed childcare setting. Additionally, they are required to have cpr and first aid certifications and meet all state licensing requirements.
high schoolCommunicationAdaptabilityEmpathyCPROrganizational skillsDecision-makingRelationship buildingFirst aidLesson planningTechnology proficiencyChild developmentClassroom managementEarly childhood education
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid vacation
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Educational assistance
- Accident insurance
- Recognition programs
- Employee referral bonuses
- Employee childcare discount
- Internal career advancement opportunities
- T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships