One Hope United·Waukegan, Illinois
The teacher will provide a nurturing environment for infants and toddlers while collaborating with co-teachers to implement daily activities. They are responsible for creating engaging learning centers and maintaining ongoing communication with families.
At OHU, our Hope Members are the heartbeat of our organization. Together, we have built a culture of support, trust, and care.
This position comes with a $2,000 sign on bonus!
Infant/Toddler Teacher “We are such an inclusive organization, we don’t turn anybody away.
Everybody is welcome.
Working here, I feel like family.
I’ve never felt so appreciated working in a place before.
They really take care of you here, listen to your concerns and act on them.
It’s just amazing!
And it’s really easy to make it amazing when the people you work with are amazing.” Shari Conley, Joliet Early Learning Center (Joliet, IL)
Culture of Care The ELCD program at OHU is known for its closely-knit teams who often work together for years at a time! The team members join their shared love of educating young children towards creating a warm and positive working environment. New employees who come from a corporate environment quickly fall in love with the atmosphere at an OHU child development center!
One Hope United does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. OHU participates in E-Verify.
Candidates must hold a CDA or two courses in Infant/Toddler Child Development, with an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred. A minimum of two years of professional experience working with children in a classroom setting is preferred.
Market context
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.