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Lead Pre Kindergarten Daycare Teacher

The Goddard School of Chicago (South Loop), IL

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#Quality Assurance#Child Development#Classroom Management#Early Childhood Education#Lesson Planning#Pre-K#Preschool#CDA
#ECE
#Child Development Associate
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$18 - $22 / HOURPosted 8 hours ago

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Salary

$18 - $22 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Lead Pre Kindergarten Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing learning environment and developing age-appropriate lesson plans. They must manage classroom arrangements and communicate professionally with parents and staff to support child development.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold at least an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, with a Bachelor's degree preferred. A Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification is also required.

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Job description

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement Retirement plan Referral Program Professional Development Assistance 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discounts 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 Pre Kindergarten 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 Pre Kindergarten Teacher Responsibilities:

  • Developing lesson plans.
  • Meeting the individual needs of the children Parent communication Participation in staff and training meetings Designing an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
  • Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff Building teamwork Using assessment tools Committing to continuing education Teachers are responsible for compliance with Goddard's industry-leading Quality Assurance standards.
  • Pre-K Teachers write and implement their own lesson plans based on Goddard Developmental Guidelines and monthly school themes.
  • Most importantly, they create a positive learning environment in their classroom where children develop a lifelong love of learning.

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Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Retirement Plan
  • Employee Discounts
  • 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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Illinois classroom teacher demand remains steady

Illinois classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in districts seeking candidates who can support diverse student needs and communicate clearly with families and staff. This type of role is competitive because employers often look for classroom experience plus related backgrounds such as sociology, psychology, counseling, or education, and bilingual skills in English, Spanish, or Portuguese can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your resume to highlight public speaking experience and weekend availability if you have it.

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