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Pre-K Teacher

Spring Education Group

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#Classroom Environment#Early Childhood Education#Pedagogy#Pre-K#Montessori#Language Immersion#State Licensing#CDA#Childcare Center
#Links to Learning
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 3 days ago

Location

Wheaton, Illinois

Quick overview

The Pre-K Teacher is responsible for creating an engaging classroom environment and designing hands-on lessons to prepare students for kindergarten. They must support the social, emotional, and academic growth of children while maintaining strong relationships with families.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a CDA or a degree in Early Childhood Education. Prior experience working in a licensed childcare center and authorization to work in the United States are required.

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Job description

  • Spring Education Group’s Early Childhood Education Division includes nearly 150 schools offering services from infant care through Pre-K/K programs, as well as summer camp and after-school programs.
  • Our locations span a nationwide geographic footprint and a diverse array of pedagogical approaches — including our proprietary Links to Learning curriculum that draws from the collective expertise of renowned early-age educators such as Dewey, Piaget and Vygotsky; Montessori schools that embrace both accredited Montessori methods – AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) and AMS (American Montessori Society); and progressive language immersion programs in Mandarin and Spanish.
  • Chesterbrook Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Pre-K Teacher to join our growing preschool community!
  • Our goal is to inspire curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning in every child.
  • As a Pre-K Teacher, you’ll have the opportunity to: Create an engaging classroom where children can explore, question, and discover.
  • Design hands-on lessons that prepare students for kindergarten and beyond.
  • Foster strong relationships with families through communication and collaboration.
  • Support each child’s social, emotional, and academic growth.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age and meet state licensing requirements. CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education required. Prior experience in a licensed childcare center. A passion for early childhood education and helping children learn and grow Ability to work collaboratively with a team and build a positive classroom environment Authorization to work in the United States Why Join Chesterbrook Academy Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities Supportive, collaborative culture focused on excellence in early education Medical, dental, and vision insurance and much more! If you’re ready to make an impact in the lives of young children, and to help us continue developing the best schools and educators in America—apply today! To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Competitive Pay
  • Professional Development
  • Growth Opportunities

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Spring Education Group is a national network of independent schools serving students from preschool through 12th grade. We believe that students can achieve more than they imagine. Each Spring school offers a carefully designed program led by expert educators who cultivate...

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IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQCampbell, California

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Market context

Illinois Pre-K roles need licensed educators

Illinois Pre-K openings are typically competitive because districts and early learning programs look for licensed educators with early childhood training and the correct state endorsement. For this role, the key requirements are a bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, an Illinois teaching certificate, and a Birth–3rd Grade Endorsement or Gateway level 5. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential match before applying.

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