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Prek Teacher Assistant- Brighton Location
We are looking for a Prek Teacher Assistant at our Brighton program. Position is full time and the employee is eligible for benefits after a short probationary period. A set schedule is determined upon hire and may be adjusted based on the needs of the program at times. Expected starting hours will be 11:00am-6:00pm. Hours will vary from as needed from 6:30am-6:00pm Monday-Friday.
Salary Range: Based on position, education, and credential level. In addition scholarships are available to continue your education to grow within our company.
Requirements:- At least 19 years old.- High School Diploma/GED required- Completed physical upon hire with TB Test and Appropriate Shot Record- Receive and maintain a clear background check through DCFS
Duties: Some, but not all duties include:- Assist in preparing a quality classroom that ensures the safety of children and staff at all times- Assure the classroom is in compliance with regulatory agencies at all times- Communicate and maintain positive working relationships with parents and staff daily- Interact with children within the program at their level- Follow and complete Cleaning Checklists- Assure children are changed regularly- Complete and follow through with lesson plans and child assessments daily- Assist Lead Teacher in classroom to assure classroom responsibilities are completed daily
Salary Range: Based on position, education, and credential level. In addition scholarships are available to continue your education to grow within our company.
Requirements:- At least 19 years old.- High School Diploma/GED required- Completed physical upon hire with TB Test and Appropriate Shot Record- Receive and maintain a clear background check through DCFS
Duties: Some, but not all duties include:- Assist in preparing a quality classroom that ensures the safety of children and staff at all times- Assure the classroom is in compliance with regulatory agencies at all times- Communicate and maintain positive working relationships with parents and staff daily- Interact with children within the program at their level- Follow and complete Cleaning Checklists- Assure children are changed regularly- Complete and follow through with lesson plans and child assessments daily- Assist Lead Teacher in classroom to assure classroom responsibilities are completed daily
Infant/Toddler Teacher- Alton Location
We are looking for a Infant/Toddler Teacher at our Alton program. Position is full time and the employee is eligible for benefits after a short probationary period. A set schedule is determined upon hire and may be adjusted based on the needs of the program at times. Expected starting hours will be 8:00am-5:00pm. Hours will vary from as needed from 6:30am-6:00pm Monday-Friday.
Salary Range: Based on position, education, and credential level. In addition scholarships are available to continue your education to grow within our company.
Requirements:- At least 19 years old.- High School Diploma/GED required- 60 Credit hours of college credit with 6 credit hours related to Early Childhood, or - 30 Credit hours of college credit with 6 credit hours related to Early Childhood and experience Required- Completed physical upon hire with TB Test and Appropriate Shot Record- Receive and maintain a clear background check through DCFS
Duties: Some, but not all duties include:- Assist in preparing a quality classroom that ensures the safety of children and staff at all times- Assure the classroom is in compliance with regulatory agencies at all times- Communicate and maintain positive working relationships with parents and staff daily- Interact with children within the program at their level- Follow and complete Cleaning Checklists- Assure children are changed regularly- Complete and follow through with lesson plans and child assessments daily- Assist Lead Teacher in classroom to assure classroom responsibilities are completed daily
Salary Range: Based on position, education, and credential level. In addition scholarships are available to continue your education to grow within our company.
Requirements:- At least 19 years old.- High School Diploma/GED required- 60 Credit hours of college credit with 6 credit hours related to Early Childhood, or - 30 Credit hours of college credit with 6 credit hours related to Early Childhood and experience Required- Completed physical upon hire with TB Test and Appropriate Shot Record- Receive and maintain a clear background check through DCFS
Duties: Some, but not all duties include:- Assist in preparing a quality classroom that ensures the safety of children and staff at all times- Assure the classroom is in compliance with regulatory agencies at all times- Communicate and maintain positive working relationships with parents and staff daily- Interact with children within the program at their level- Follow and complete Cleaning Checklists- Assure children are changed regularly- Complete and follow through with lesson plans and child assessments daily- Assist Lead Teacher in classroom to assure classroom responsibilities are completed daily
After School Teacher- Brighton Location
Looking to hire a full time Latchkey (School Age) Teacher/Site Coordinator.
This is a full time or part time position based on employee's availability with benefits available to staff over 30 hours per week (sick, holiday, vacation, healthcare, etc).
Hours vary between 6:00am-6:00pm based on the needs of the program/employee availability and will be discussed during the interview. Preferred schedule would be 2:00pm-6:00pm.
Additional hours are available, and some required, on school holidays, early dismissals, and breaks based on the Southwestern School District schedule. There may be additional hours available at the Brighton Center when available, if interested.
Requirements: -19 years old and over- HS Diploma/GED
Education/Experience:- 30 semester hours with 6 in School Age Care with Preferred with 6 related to school age or recreation(or)- 6 credit hours related to school age or recreation and 1560 hours of documented experience working with school age children(or)- High School Diploma/GED and 3120 hours of documented experience working with school age children(School age verified experience may include: Camp counselor, Licensed Center, Church related, etc.)
Pay is based on education and position. Yearly increases are available.
Duties Include: Run a quality program that ensures the safety of children and staff, follow lesson plans, assure program compliance from our regulatory agencies, positive communication with staff, children, and parents, follow opening and closing checklists, set up and take down program daily, etc.
This is a full time or part time position based on employee's availability with benefits available to staff over 30 hours per week (sick, holiday, vacation, healthcare, etc).
Hours vary between 6:00am-6:00pm based on the needs of the program/employee availability and will be discussed during the interview. Preferred schedule would be 2:00pm-6:00pm.
Additional hours are available, and some required, on school holidays, early dismissals, and breaks based on the Southwestern School District schedule. There may be additional hours available at the Brighton Center when available, if interested.
Requirements: -19 years old and over- HS Diploma/GED
Education/Experience:- 30 semester hours with 6 in School Age Care with Preferred with 6 related to school age or recreation(or)- 6 credit hours related to school age or recreation and 1560 hours of documented experience working with school age children(or)- High School Diploma/GED and 3120 hours of documented experience working with school age children(School age verified experience may include: Camp counselor, Licensed Center, Church related, etc.)
Pay is based on education and position. Yearly increases are available.
Duties Include: Run a quality program that ensures the safety of children and staff, follow lesson plans, assure program compliance from our regulatory agencies, positive communication with staff, children, and parents, follow opening and closing checklists, set up and take down program daily, etc.
Floater/After School Teacher- Alton Location
Looking to hire a full time School Age Teacher
This is a full time time position based on employee's availability with benefits available to staff over 30 hours per week (sick, holiday, vacation, healthcare, etc).
Hours are expected to be 8:30am-5:30pm based on the needs of the program/employee availability and will be discussed during the interview.
Requirements: -19 years old and over- HS Diploma/GED
Education/Experience:- 30 semester hours with 6 in School Age Care with Preferred with 6 related to school age or recreation(or)- 6 credit hours related to school age or recreation and 1560 hours of documented experience working with school age children(or)- High School Diploma/GED and 3120 hours of documented experience working with school age children(School age verified experience may include: Camp counselor, Licensed Center, Church related, etc.)
Pay is based on education and position. Yearly increases are available.
Duties Include: Run a quality program that ensures the safety of children and staff, follow lesson plans, assure program compliance from our regulatory agencies, positive communication with staff, children, and parents, follow opening and closing checklists, set up and take down program daily, etc.
This is a full time time position based on employee's availability with benefits available to staff over 30 hours per week (sick, holiday, vacation, healthcare, etc).
Hours are expected to be 8:30am-5:30pm based on the needs of the program/employee availability and will be discussed during the interview.
Requirements: -19 years old and over- HS Diploma/GED
Education/Experience:- 30 semester hours with 6 in School Age Care with Preferred with 6 related to school age or recreation(or)- 6 credit hours related to school age or recreation and 1560 hours of documented experience working with school age children(or)- High School Diploma/GED and 3120 hours of documented experience working with school age children(School age verified experience may include: Camp counselor, Licensed Center, Church related, etc.)
Pay is based on education and position. Yearly increases are available.
Duties Include: Run a quality program that ensures the safety of children and staff, follow lesson plans, assure program compliance from our regulatory agencies, positive communication with staff, children, and parents, follow opening and closing checklists, set up and take down program daily, etc.
Closing Director- Brighton Location
We are looking for a Closing Director/Closing Teacher at our Brighton program. Positions is full time and the employee is eligible for benefits after a short probationary period. A set schedule is determined upon hire and may be adjusted based on the needs of the program at times. Expected starting hours will be 9:00am-6:00pm. Hours will vary from as needed from 6:30am-6:00pm Monday-Friday.
Salary Range: Based on position, education, and credential level. In addition scholarships are available to continue your education to grow within our company.Pay Range is $15.15 - $17.00 per hour.
Requirements:- At least 21 years old.- High School Diploma/GED required- 60 Credit hours of college credit with 21 credit hours related to Early Childhood, Required- Completed physical upon hire with TB Test and Appropriate Shot Record- Receive and maintain a clear background check through DCFS
Duties: Some, but not all duties include:- Assist in preparing a quality classroom that ensures the safety of children and staff at all times- Assure the classroom is in compliance with regulatory agencies at all times- Communicate and maintain positive working relationships with parents and staff daily- Interact with children within the program at their level- Follow and complete Cleaning Checklists- Assure children are changed regularly- Complete and follow through with lesson plans and child assessments daily- Assist Lead Teacher in classroom to assure classroom responsibilities are completed daily
Salary Range: Based on position, education, and credential level. In addition scholarships are available to continue your education to grow within our company.Pay Range is $15.15 - $17.00 per hour.
Requirements:- At least 21 years old.- High School Diploma/GED required- 60 Credit hours of college credit with 21 credit hours related to Early Childhood, Required- Completed physical upon hire with TB Test and Appropriate Shot Record- Receive and maintain a clear background check through DCFS
Duties: Some, but not all duties include:- Assist in preparing a quality classroom that ensures the safety of children and staff at all times- Assure the classroom is in compliance with regulatory agencies at all times- Communicate and maintain positive working relationships with parents and staff daily- Interact with children within the program at their level- Follow and complete Cleaning Checklists- Assure children are changed regularly- Complete and follow through with lesson plans and child assessments daily- Assist Lead Teacher in classroom to assure classroom responsibilities are completed daily
Substitutes- All Locations
At this time we are accepting substitute Teacher and Teacher aide applications. If you are interested in working for us in the future, you are welcome to submit an application now. We do keep applications on file for one year and review those on file when a position becomes available.
Preferred minimum qualifications for any position include experience in a childcare program and/or college level Early Childhood classes.
All applicants must be at least 19 years old and can maintain a clear background check through DCFS.
Scholarship and Bonus Opportunities Available
Must work for more than 15 hours per week to be eligible
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