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Prek Teacher- Bethalto Location
- This teaching position is 6 hours per day for one group of 18 children aged 3 to 5 years old (with a full time assistant teacher). We have had an established ISBE Pre-K program embedded within a licensed childcare center for over 15 years. The position begins August 1st and our Pre-K calendar year usually runs through mid-June. The Teacher is responsible for assessment (Early Learning Scale) and instruction (Creative Curriculum format). Hours for the position will be approx. 7:30 to 1:30 with a one hour lunch break.
- Salary will vary with qualifications and experience; however, starting salary is $20-23 per hour for an 11 month teaching year (Aug to June). Benefits include paid holidays, paid sick time and two personal days after completion of a 90 day probationary period with additional vacation after the first year of employment.
- **Please note: Employees receive half price childcare for all children enrolled at any Step By Step location.
- Requirements:
- At least 19 years old.
- Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education and/or Level 5 Early Childhood Credential
- 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:
- Lead 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 using developmentally appropriate practices
- Follow and complete Cleaning Checklists
- Assure children are pottied and changed regularly
- Complete and follow through with lesson plans and child assessments daily
- 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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