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Chicago Youth Centers Description
Do you want a career that impacts the community? Do you have a desire to work somewhere that changes children’s lives?
as we serve over 3,000 children and families each year!
Description
Do you want a career that impacts the community? Do you have a desire to work somewhere that changes children’s lives?
Join
Chicago Youth Centers
as we serve over 3,000 children and families each year!
Title:
Teacher (0-3)
Company:
Chicago Youth Centers (CYC)
Website:
chicagoyouthcenters.org
Compensation:
$40,000 - $52,000
Classification:
Full Time; Exempt
Reports to:
Childcare Director
Supervisor Responsibilities:
No
Location:
CYC George E. Taylor Center at 3232 W. Division St (Chicago, IL)
Schedule:
8:30a - 5:00p; Monday - Friday; schedule varies depending on program needs
The Early Head Start Teacher (0-3) is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, providing a supportive and positive classroom climate, implement the Gold Assessment and creative curriculum, administer developmental screenings, conduct home visits and parent conferences, refer children with disabilities for children ages 15 months-3 years old. Participate and attend family engagement activities and parent meetings.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Provide a positive climate, responsive care giving and continuity to help children develop secure relationships while focusing on the children’s social and emotional well-being. Work with assigned group of toddlers and two’s, applying best practices for care and physical safety. Facilitate and nurture the development of each child’s self-esteem, trust and growing autonomy. Complete developmental and social-emotional screenings on children. Develop weekly lesson plans inclusive of individualization for children. Refer children with special needs to the Family Service Associate and Inclusion Manager Integrate and assist children with special needs utilizing child IFSP. Partner with families and encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g. classroom parent meetings & events and parent/child home activities). Obtain families’ social-cultural background information and designs meaningful learning experiences for children based on their findings. Schedule and conduct at least two Home Visits and two Parent/Teacher Conferences annually for each child, each program year to discuss with parents regarding their children’s development and behavior. Also, due to attendance problems. Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom; and ensure routines such as diapering, toileting/training, hand washing, meals are handled promptly and consistently with state and local regulations. Follow a consistent schedule that meets the individual needs of each child, including skill development, meals, napping and effective transition between activities. Respond quickly and appropriately to children’s different and personal needs (verbal and non-verbal cues) and temperament styles. Engage and guide children at play, meeting them at their physical level (kneeling, bending, or sitting on the floor). Complete at least thirty clock hours of professional development annually, through participation in offered trainings, workshops, in-service days, all staff conferences; and maintain log of professional development achievements, including documents supporting completion. Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance and retention of eligible families. Other duties as assigned to fulfill the mission of the program and agency needs
Willing To Embrace And Demonstrate CYC’s Mantras
ATTITUDE MATTERS - Positivity begins with me. My attitude has the power to influence my environment and inspire those around me. I aim to be enthusiastic, optimistic, and kind—even when things get hard. CARE FOR REAL - I will take every opportunity to show that I truly care. I commit to serving children and families, my co-workers and my community. I will think, care and act in a respectful manner to uplift and support others. OWN IT - I will never say, “That’s not my job.” When I see something that needs to be done, I will assign myself and do it. I will make a commitment to carry out my job responsibilities and assignments with consistency, dependability, and respect. PUSH FORWARD - I will be determined and progressive in thought and action. I will press on when problems arise and find innovative ways to solve issues. I will continuously learn and be open to the ideas of others.
EOE/MVF
Requirements
Associate or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education w/2 Infant Toddler Courses Infant/Toddler CDA or 120 credit hours in Infant Toddler (if there is no Bachelor or AA degree) Must possess at a minimum level 2 ECE/ IT Gateways Credential By 2024, obtain Gateways to Opportunity Infant Toddler Credential Level 5
Additional Experience
1 years of EHS classroom experience in a NAEYC accredited or Head Start classroom Fluency in English and Spanish languages Experience in implementation of early childhood curriculum (Creative Curriculum) and developmentally appropriate practice for the specific age group Experience in child observation, assessment and documenting child’s skills, growth and development. Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel and Outlook) Strong communications skills (verbal and written) CPR/ First Aid certified
Salary Description
Commensurate with experience Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Teacher (0-3)
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Chicago Youth Centers 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Teacher (0-3)
role at
Chicago Youth Centers Description
Do you want a career that impacts the community? Do you have a desire to work somewhere that changes children’s lives?
as we serve over 3,000 children and families each year!
Description
Do you want a career that impacts the community? Do you have a desire to work somewhere that changes children’s lives?
Join
Chicago Youth Centers
as we serve over 3,000 children and families each year!
Title:
Teacher (0-3)
Company:
Chicago Youth Centers (CYC)
Website:
chicagoyouthcenters.org
Compensation:
$40,000 - $52,000
Classification:
Full Time; Exempt
Reports to:
Childcare Director
Supervisor Responsibilities:
No
Location:
CYC George E. Taylor Center at 3232 W. Division St (Chicago, IL)
Schedule:
8:30a - 5:00p; Monday - Friday; schedule varies depending on program needs
The Early Head Start Teacher (0-3) is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, providing a supportive and positive classroom climate, implement the Gold Assessment and creative curriculum, administer developmental screenings, conduct home visits and parent conferences, refer children with disabilities for children ages 15 months-3 years old. Participate and attend family engagement activities and parent meetings.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Provide a positive climate, responsive care giving and continuity to help children develop secure relationships while focusing on the children’s social and emotional well-being. Work with assigned group of toddlers and two’s, applying best practices for care and physical safety. Facilitate and nurture the development of each child’s self-esteem, trust and growing autonomy. Complete developmental and social-emotional screenings on children. Develop weekly lesson plans inclusive of individualization for children. Refer children with special needs to the Family Service Associate and Inclusion Manager Integrate and assist children with special needs utilizing child IFSP. Partner with families and encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g. classroom parent meetings & events and parent/child home activities). Obtain families’ social-cultural background information and designs meaningful learning experiences for children based on their findings. Schedule and conduct at least two Home Visits and two Parent/Teacher Conferences annually for each child, each program year to discuss with parents regarding their children’s development and behavior. Also, due to attendance problems. Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom; and ensure routines such as diapering, toileting/training, hand washing, meals are handled promptly and consistently with state and local regulations. Follow a consistent schedule that meets the individual needs of each child, including skill development, meals, napping and effective transition between activities. Respond quickly and appropriately to children’s different and personal needs (verbal and non-verbal cues) and temperament styles. Engage and guide children at play, meeting them at their physical level (kneeling, bending, or sitting on the floor). Complete at least thirty clock hours of professional development annually, through participation in offered trainings, workshops, in-service days, all staff conferences; and maintain log of professional development achievements, including documents supporting completion. Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance and retention of eligible families. Other duties as assigned to fulfill the mission of the program and agency needs
Willing To Embrace And Demonstrate CYC’s Mantras
ATTITUDE MATTERS - Positivity begins with me. My attitude has the power to influence my environment and inspire those around me. I aim to be enthusiastic, optimistic, and kind—even when things get hard. CARE FOR REAL - I will take every opportunity to show that I truly care. I commit to serving children and families, my co-workers and my community. I will think, care and act in a respectful manner to uplift and support others. OWN IT - I will never say, “That’s not my job.” When I see something that needs to be done, I will assign myself and do it. I will make a commitment to carry out my job responsibilities and assignments with consistency, dependability, and respect. PUSH FORWARD - I will be determined and progressive in thought and action. I will press on when problems arise and find innovative ways to solve issues. I will continuously learn and be open to the ideas of others.
EOE/MVF
Requirements
Associate or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education w/2 Infant Toddler Courses Infant/Toddler CDA or 120 credit hours in Infant Toddler (if there is no Bachelor or AA degree) Must possess at a minimum level 2 ECE/ IT Gateways Credential By 2024, obtain Gateways to Opportunity Infant Toddler Credential Level 5
Additional Experience
1 years of EHS classroom experience in a NAEYC accredited or Head Start classroom Fluency in English and Spanish languages Experience in implementation of early childhood curriculum (Creative Curriculum) and developmentally appropriate practice for the specific age group Experience in child observation, assessment and documenting child’s skills, growth and development. Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel and Outlook) Strong communications skills (verbal and written) CPR/ First Aid certified
Salary Description
Commensurate with experience Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Education and Training Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Chicago Youth Centers by 2x Get notified about new Early Childhood Educator jobs in
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Maywood, IL $45,000.00-$52,000.00 1 year ago Teacher - Learning Behavior Specialist - Early Childhood
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Chicago, IL $60,000.00-$65,000.00 6 days ago Chicago, IL $55,000.00-$60,000.00 5 months ago Arlington Heights, IL $19.00-$21.00 2 months ago Pre-K Early Childhood Teacher - Anticipated
Cicero, IL $48,200.00-$48,200.00 3 days ago Team Lead, Airport Customer Experience Administration
Chicago, IL $41,000.00-$74,000.00 6 days ago College Work Study Student - Office of the President
Graduate Assistant - Residence Life and Housing Assistant Coordinator
College Work Study - Student Development and Engagement Center (SDEC) (00010882)
University Advancement Assistant - Student
Chicago, IL $45,000.00-$54,900.00 3 months ago Laboratory Schools: In-House Substitute Teacher, Early Childhood
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