Lead all classroom aspects to encourage children's emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical growth. Maintain a clean, safe environment and establish professional rapport with families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and previous childcare experience. Ability to pass background checks and meet physical requirements, including lifting up to 40 lbs, is required.
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Job description
Scribbles Center for Learning at Benjamin Elementary, is a licensed Before and After School program seeking part-time, afternoon School Age Lead Teachers!
To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED, the ability to pass all background checks and have previous childcare experience.
Required Shift: Mon-Fri, 2pm-5:30pm Compensation: $18 - $18.50 per hour We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development Discounts for Childcare Fun and Positive Place to Work Open Door Policy Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!
Market context
Illinois Lead Teacher roles stay in steady demand
In Illinois, Lead Teacher openings are often tied to licensed child care centers and early learning programs that need staff who can meet state employment criteria and support classroom continuity. This role can be competitive because employers commonly look for an associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, plus prior experience in a licensed child care setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting and prepare a resume that highlights licensed child care experience and relevant coursework.
Main Job Responsibilities: Lead all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
Implement activities that encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children.
Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
Scribbles Center for Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law. #PECEPEDU2
