Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher
$21.00/y-$28.00/y
Children's Land2 days ago
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Summary
Children's Land is seeking a Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher to join their team in Vernon Hills, IL. The role involves nurturing a vibrant and stimulating learning environment for preschool children.
About the Role
As a Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher, you will be responsible for developing and following age-appropriate lesson plans, monitoring children's developmental milestones, facilitating a structured daily routine, ensuring safety, maintaining a clean classroom, collaborating with parents, and participating in ongoing professional development.
About You
Required:
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- 2 years experience working with preschool children.
- Mandated Reporter certification.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
- Patience and a genuine love for working with young children.
Preferred:
- Strong observational and analytical skills.
- Creativity in developing educational materials and activities.
- Ability to manage time effectively and multitask.
- Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education best practices.
Benefits
- Health Insurance with Children's Land covering 25% of monthly premiums for full time employees.
- 40 hours of paid leave per 12-month period.
- 5 paid vacation days per year after completing 1 year of employment, increasing by 2 days after 5 years and by 3 days after 10 years.
- 7 annual national holidays observed and compensated.
- Annual assessments and pay increases following performance evaluations.
Children's Land
Beginning with the opening of our first center in 2005, Children’s Land sprouted from our family’s desire to provide children an environment that primes them to grow socially, emotionally, and academically. This culture has grown throughout the years, as we have continued to build more centers and serve more communities throughout the Chicagoland area. We pride our centers in reflecting the communities within which they serve. This high level of care provides our stakeholders with the best, most differentiated care for their children, that is tailored to their specific needs. As a family-run business, we pride ourselves in listening to our families’ needs and continue to grow and evolve with their children.
Mundelein, IL