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Agap Child Care Learning Center

Lead Preschool/Infant/Toddler Teacher

Agap Child Care Learning Center, Hazel Crest, Illinois, United States, 60429

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Job Description

Job Description

Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Free food & snacks Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate, professional, energetic lead teacher who can successfully manage and maintain a well-organized classroom by continually restoring and enhancing the environment suitable for young children. Must work effectively with directors and staff members to provide a learning environment for our children, develop and execute weekly themed lesson plans, providing group sensory, art, and special activities.

Educational Qualifications:

An Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Elementary Education, Child Development or related field . Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field is preferred. Child Development or (CDA) Certification. Job Responsibilities

Promote open communication and foster positive relationships with parents and guardians. Maintain all health and safety regulations Develop individual care plans for each child based on their stage of development. Maintain daily notes and files on the childrens development and progress. Model empathy through respect, response, and gentle guidance. Foster emotional and social development through a secure attachment with each child. Lead and plan curriculum activities that stimulate childrens interest and ability. Participate in need and service meetings, parent/teacher conferences. Work effectively with directors and staff members to provide a suitable learning environment for our children. Develop and execute weekly themed lesson plans, providing group times, sensory, art, and special activities. Maintain a well-organized classroom by continually restoring and enhancing the classroom Benefits as one of our Teachers include:

Medical, dental and vision insurance 401K Discounted child care Paid time off Training Professional Development We would love to hear from you if:

You have a deep desire to work with young children and their families You have a passion for early child childhood education and seek deeper professional development You have prior experience in early childhood education or working in a child care center You have a high school diploma or higher You have an education and/or training in Early Childhood Education Meet state-specific guidelines for the role