Spring Education Group
Location
Wheaton, Illinois
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.
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.
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.
Market context
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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Salary benchmark
$51,330 avg / yr
Typical range: $35,686–$52,000 based on 300 active listings in Illinois