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Lead Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School of Chicago (South Loop), IL

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#Progress Reports#Daycare
#Classroom Management
#Early Childhood Education
#Preschool
#ECE
#Child Development Associate
#CDA Certification
#Child Observation
#Toddler Education
#State Ratio Requirements
#Multi-cultural Education
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$18 - $22 / HOURPosted 3 days ago

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Salary

$18 - $22 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Lead Toddler Preschool Teacher is responsible for establishing a safe, nurturing learning environment and developing classroom management systems. They must advance children's intellectual competence and maintain professional communication with families and faculty.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have an Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with a Bachelor's degree preferred. A Child Development Associate (CDA) certification and full COVID-19 vaccination are required.

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Job description

Benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Retirement plan
  • Referral program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Employee discount
  • Employee assistance program
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Signing bonus
  • Vision insurance

Job Description

The Goddard School located in Chicago (South Loop), IL 60616 is looking for motivated self-starters for multiple positions as a Daycare Teachers at our new preschool for ages ranging from 6 weeks to 6 years. Our state of the art facility is expanding in the South Loop neighborhood of Chicago downtown, just blocks away from CTA and Metra Electric.

Overview

A Lead Toddler Teacher is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. Additionally a teacher is responsible to work together with another teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

  • Educational Qualifications
  • An Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field.
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field is preferred.
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification.

Lead Toddler Teacher Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
  • Develop an appropriate classroom management system to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom
  • Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements
  • Perform cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediately
  • Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence
  • Adapt program to meet the individual needs of each child
  • Create a multi-cultural learning environment

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Referral program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Signing bonus

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The Goddard School of Chicago (South Loop), IL

At Goddard, we are committed to providing the highest quality preschool experience for the children in our community. Our unique nurturing approach will give your child the opportunity to develop into a joyful, confident learner who is prepared for success in school and in life....

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IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypePrivately Held
Size11-50 employees
HQChicago, IL

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  • Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to engage children in learning
  • Respect cultural and ethnic diversity
  • Communicate, in a professional manner, with families and faculty
  • Encourage families to become an integral part of their children’s learning experiences
  • Maintain a portfolio for each child
  • Maintain the classroom Parent Board
  • Perform child observations and document in their portfolios, Use assessment tools (e.g., Progress Reports, Children’s Progress)
  • Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences and professional growth opportunities
  • #Signing Bonus Note

    Must be fully Co-VID vaccinated.

    Market context

    Illinois toddler teaching roles stay competitive

    Illinois childcare centers often look for lead toddler teachers who can balance classroom routines, family communication, and early learning standards. This role is competitive because employers typically prefer candidates with an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, plus experience in a licensed childcare setting and strong organizational and customer service skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight toddler classroom experience and parent-facing communication.

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