Preschool Teacher (Chicago)

Company Description Little seashells is an early learning provider committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for young children. The organization focuses on fostering social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through age-appropriate activities and structured routines. Families are encouraged to partner closely with educators to support each child’s growth and readiness for elementary school. The preschool values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement in teaching practices.

Role Description The Preschool Teacher is a full-time, on-site role based in Chicago, IL, responsible for providing a supportive and engaging classroom environment for young learners. In this role, the teacher plans and delivers daily lessons, facilitates play-based learning, and supervises children to ensure their safety and well-being. The Preschool Teacher observes and documents children’s progress, communicates regularly with families about development and classroom activities, and collaborates with colleagues to align teaching practices. Additional responsibilities include preparing classroom materials, maintaining a clean and organized learning space, and participating in staff meetings, trainings, and school events. This role also includes cleaning, and organization the classroom such as disinfecting all areas as a team member of the program

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in early childhood education, including experience with preschool
• Skills in lesson planning and curriculum development tailored to early learning standards Or willing to learn
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with children, families, and colleagues
• Patience, empathy, and strong classroom management abilities
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
• Relevant state teaching certification or license, or eligibility to obtain it, as required by local regulations
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Gateways Required trainings
• Flexible to schedule occasionally
• Ability to meet any background check and health clearance requirements for working with children