Carole Robertson Center for Learning
Managing Associate Teacher - North Lawndale
Carole Robertson Center for Learning, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Managing Associate Teacher - North Lawndale at Carole Robertson Center for Learning This range is provided by Carole Robertson Center for Learning. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range : $58,300.00/yr - $72,003.00/yr Managing Associate Teacher
$1,500 Sign on Bonus!!! Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director, assists in overseeing and directing the planning, organizing, and implementation of education services for children, in addition to full time classroom teacher duties, which includes developing and implementing individual educational plans for children. Ensure an emotionally safe climate by upholding and demonstrating the practices outlined in the NAEYC Code of Conduct in all interactions with children, families, and colleagues. Utilize strategies for Active Supervision throughout the day and in all spaces (indoors and outdoors) to ensure child safety and wellbeing. Ensure the daily implementation of the Center’s Best Practice Schedule and Napping Policy. Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards and the component plans; and thorough knowledge and application of Developmentally Appropriate Practices; Lead the collaboration with the TA, Aides, and Program Advisor team in the creation and facilitation of studies to support weekly lesson plans, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom; Cooperate with other staff and classroom groups to maintain sound functioning of the program in compliance with all state and federal regulations, which at times may require changes to meet the needs of the children; Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing developmental portfolio for each child, including annual developmental screening, Teaching Strategies Gold observational data in each core objective, examples of the child\'s work, and informal observations; Conduct and use home visits and parent conferences to discuss the child\'s individual development and progress, assist the parents in developing observational skills and solicit parent observations; Implement family style meals and eat with and assist children in development of social and self-help skills, and sound nutritional practices Collaborate with family support staff to exchange information pertinent to the identification and services of children with disabilities; Collaborate with the mental health director to discuss mental health needs of children; Guide children\'s acquisition of social skills; Attend staff training and meetings, and board and parent meetings as requested; Qualifications And Requirements
A baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education or child development and A Level 5 ECE and IT credential; or A baccalaureate or advanced degree in education and a Level 5 ECE and IT credential with an Illinois Pre-K certification; Have knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Head Start (or comparable child development programs), early childhood education, developmentally appropriate practice, and bilingual education; Proof of a physical examination within the last six months, which includes a tuberculosis test, and comply with other background checks as required by the Agency and/or DCFS licensing; Personal qualifications as required in Part 407: Licensing Standards for Day Care Centers, emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the aims of the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good personal hygiene, and physical and mental health which does not interfere with responsibilities; and An education or experience in collaborating with parents in the education of their children. Assist in conducting the daily health and environment checklist; Assist in implementing children\'s I.E.P. (Individual Education Plan) or I.F.S.P. (Individual Family Service Plan) seeking clarification for any aspects that are not well understood; Assist in recruiting and orienting volunteers, providing them with guidance as needed, Complete and submit required forms and records in a timely and accurate fashion, e.g., lesson plans, time sheets, meal reports etc.; Oversight
Supervisory responsibility of teacher assistant and aide. This responsibility includes but is not limited to all functions of reflective supervision and staff evaluation, mentorship, and coaching. Review teacher assistant and aide contributions to lesson plans, schedules, room arrangements and portfolio assessments to assure their accordance with requirements; Actively participate in the development and implementation of the teacher assistant and aide professional development plan; Assure that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained; and Perform other duties, as may be required Additional Requirements
Requires ability to use abstract reasoning, problem solving, planning, and analytical skills in: Training, evaluation, and program development; Requires effective interpersonal and oral communication skills for supervisory duties; Requires effective writing and oral communication skills to conduct meetings and to prepare reports that are clear, complete, comprehensive, and use good grammar and punctuation; Requires proficient use of technology, Microsoft word, Outlook, and the ability to acclimate to online portal usage for recording observations, assessments, and lesson planning. Successful experience working in a team setting, Ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community; Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if need; Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer and office equipment, including, but not limited to, the telephone, fax machine, copier, and tablet; Must be able to lift 55 pounds Working Conditions
Possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids or tissues; Possible exposure to communicable diseases; Job requires sitting for long period of time (during planning and reporting) and standing for long periods of time (during work with children, observations, and training), as well as stooping, squatting, and running. Work Schedule
Please note: Staff hours may vary slightly, as team members are expected to rotate shifts and take turns opening and closing. You will be assigned one of the following shifts: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 8:15 AM – 5:15 PM 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Benefits
Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, holidays) Employee Assistance Program 2025-26-CRCL-Benefits-Guide.pdf CRCL-2025-26-Bi-Weekly-Rate-Sheet.pdf If you are having issues accessing the link, please be sure to check out our Careers page for more information! Carole Robertson Center for Learning provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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Managing Associate Teacher - North Lawndale at Carole Robertson Center for Learning This range is provided by Carole Robertson Center for Learning. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range : $58,300.00/yr - $72,003.00/yr Managing Associate Teacher
$1,500 Sign on Bonus!!! Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director, assists in overseeing and directing the planning, organizing, and implementation of education services for children, in addition to full time classroom teacher duties, which includes developing and implementing individual educational plans for children. Ensure an emotionally safe climate by upholding and demonstrating the practices outlined in the NAEYC Code of Conduct in all interactions with children, families, and colleagues. Utilize strategies for Active Supervision throughout the day and in all spaces (indoors and outdoors) to ensure child safety and wellbeing. Ensure the daily implementation of the Center’s Best Practice Schedule and Napping Policy. Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards and the component plans; and thorough knowledge and application of Developmentally Appropriate Practices; Lead the collaboration with the TA, Aides, and Program Advisor team in the creation and facilitation of studies to support weekly lesson plans, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom; Cooperate with other staff and classroom groups to maintain sound functioning of the program in compliance with all state and federal regulations, which at times may require changes to meet the needs of the children; Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing developmental portfolio for each child, including annual developmental screening, Teaching Strategies Gold observational data in each core objective, examples of the child\'s work, and informal observations; Conduct and use home visits and parent conferences to discuss the child\'s individual development and progress, assist the parents in developing observational skills and solicit parent observations; Implement family style meals and eat with and assist children in development of social and self-help skills, and sound nutritional practices Collaborate with family support staff to exchange information pertinent to the identification and services of children with disabilities; Collaborate with the mental health director to discuss mental health needs of children; Guide children\'s acquisition of social skills; Attend staff training and meetings, and board and parent meetings as requested; Qualifications And Requirements
A baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education or child development and A Level 5 ECE and IT credential; or A baccalaureate or advanced degree in education and a Level 5 ECE and IT credential with an Illinois Pre-K certification; Have knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Head Start (or comparable child development programs), early childhood education, developmentally appropriate practice, and bilingual education; Proof of a physical examination within the last six months, which includes a tuberculosis test, and comply with other background checks as required by the Agency and/or DCFS licensing; Personal qualifications as required in Part 407: Licensing Standards for Day Care Centers, emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the aims of the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good personal hygiene, and physical and mental health which does not interfere with responsibilities; and An education or experience in collaborating with parents in the education of their children. Assist in conducting the daily health and environment checklist; Assist in implementing children\'s I.E.P. (Individual Education Plan) or I.F.S.P. (Individual Family Service Plan) seeking clarification for any aspects that are not well understood; Assist in recruiting and orienting volunteers, providing them with guidance as needed, Complete and submit required forms and records in a timely and accurate fashion, e.g., lesson plans, time sheets, meal reports etc.; Oversight
Supervisory responsibility of teacher assistant and aide. This responsibility includes but is not limited to all functions of reflective supervision and staff evaluation, mentorship, and coaching. Review teacher assistant and aide contributions to lesson plans, schedules, room arrangements and portfolio assessments to assure their accordance with requirements; Actively participate in the development and implementation of the teacher assistant and aide professional development plan; Assure that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained; and Perform other duties, as may be required Additional Requirements
Requires ability to use abstract reasoning, problem solving, planning, and analytical skills in: Training, evaluation, and program development; Requires effective interpersonal and oral communication skills for supervisory duties; Requires effective writing and oral communication skills to conduct meetings and to prepare reports that are clear, complete, comprehensive, and use good grammar and punctuation; Requires proficient use of technology, Microsoft word, Outlook, and the ability to acclimate to online portal usage for recording observations, assessments, and lesson planning. Successful experience working in a team setting, Ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community; Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if need; Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer and office equipment, including, but not limited to, the telephone, fax machine, copier, and tablet; Must be able to lift 55 pounds Working Conditions
Possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids or tissues; Possible exposure to communicable diseases; Job requires sitting for long period of time (during planning and reporting) and standing for long periods of time (during work with children, observations, and training), as well as stooping, squatting, and running. Work Schedule
Please note: Staff hours may vary slightly, as team members are expected to rotate shifts and take turns opening and closing. You will be assigned one of the following shifts: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 8:15 AM – 5:15 PM 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Benefits
Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, holidays) Employee Assistance Program 2025-26-CRCL-Benefits-Guide.pdf CRCL-2025-26-Bi-Weekly-Rate-Sheet.pdf If you are having issues accessing the link, please be sure to check out our Careers page for more information! Carole Robertson Center for Learning provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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