Lead Teacher

  • A Child's Place Early Learning Center
  • Lindenhurst, Illinois
  • 6 hours ago
  • Full Time

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Job Description


A Child's Place of Lindenhurst is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teacher s to support the following age groups:

Preschool and Pre-K

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a CDA or at least 6 ECE college level credits , and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:30pm OR 9am - 6pm

Compensation: $19 - $21/hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and P rofessional D evelopment
  • Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with Match
  • Discounts for Childcare
  • Fun and Positive Place to Work
  • Open Door Policy
  • Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers !

Our Hiring Process:

  1. Resume screen
  2. Phone screen with recruiter (10 minutes)
  3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
  1. Q&A
  2. Classroom observation
  1. Offer

Main Job Responsibilities:

  • Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
  • Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine ; Use our parent communication app efficiently.
  • Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
  • Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and m aintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.
  • Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child , as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.
  • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role .
  • Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

A Child's Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Benefit Insights


Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Holiday Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability

Job ID: 468959225

Originally Posted on: 3/12/2025