Lead School Age Teacher

Overview About Children's Land At Children's Land, we are committed to providing a nurturing and educational environment where children can grow and learn. Our dedicated team works with families to ensure the holistic development of every child and foster a love for learning from a young age. Multi-Site Lead Teacher (Infant–Pre-K) Children’s Land – Multiple Locations (Glenview, Wheeling, Lincolnshire, Vernon Hills). This is a full-time role with travel between locations as needed. The position supports classrooms across our schools and is suited for an experienced educator who is passionate about early childhood development and comfortable working with infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-kindergarten age groups. Responsibilities Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children from infancy through Pre-K. Adapt lesson plans and interactions to meet individual needs and developmental levels of each classroom. Support and maintain structured daily routines including play, learning, meals, and rest. Ensure active supervision and safety of all children at all times. Monitor and document developmental progress and share observations with administration. Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic classroom environment. Collaborate with teaching teams to ensure consistency and smooth transitions between classrooms. Communicate effectively and professionally with families and staff. Step into classrooms as needed to provide coverage, leadership, and support. Create and utilize engaging materials to support sensory, motor, and cognitive development. Participate in ongoing professional development and training. Follow all DCFS licensing standards and Children’s Land policies. Qualifications Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Minimum 2 years of experience working with young children (infant–Pre-K preferred). Mandated Reporter Certification (highly preferred). CPR & First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain). Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel between locations. Skills & Attributes Strong understanding of child development across all early childhood stages. Ability to quickly adapt to different classrooms, routines, and teams. Strong classroom management and active supervision skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with children. Ability to manage time effectively and multitask in a dynamic environment. Strong observation and documentation skills. What Makes This Role Unique Opportunity to work with all age groups (Infant–Pre-K). Build relationships across multiple schools and teams. Develop strong leadership and adaptability skills. Play a key role in maintaining program consistency and quality. Compensation And Benefits Health Insurance with Children’s Land covering 25% of monthly premiums for full-time employees. Paid Leave: 40 hours of paid leave per 12-month period. Paid Vacation Days: 5 days per year after completing 1 year of employment, increasing by 2 days after 5 years and by 3 days after 10 years. Holiday Pay: 7 annual national holidays observed and compensated. Compensation Review and Bonuses: annual assessments and pay increases following performance evaluations. #J-18808-Ljbffr