Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Preschool Teacher - Shepherd's Flock Preschool

$22.50/hour. Full-time, rotating between 7:00 AM-3:00 PM and 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. Teach in an award-winning intergenerational preschool where your classroom connects children with older adults every week.

Shepherd's Flock Preschool sits on the campus of Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights. As a Preschool Teacher here, you'll lead a classroom of children ages 3.5-5, with regular intergenerational programming that brings your students together with residents — a setting we haven't found at any other preschool in this market.

What you'll do

• Lead a nurturing, engaging classroom for children ages 3.5-5
• Deliver a well-rounded, developmentally appropriate educational experience
• Support each child's growth through intentional interaction, care, and guidance
• Lead and participate in intergenerational programming with older adults
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members

What you'll need

Required:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• At least a two-year degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, including coursework in Human Growth and Development, Lifespan Development, or similar
• Illinois Gateways ECE Credential Level 3, completed or willingness to obtain after hire

Preferred:

• 1-3 years of early childhood education or childcare experience

Pay and benefits

• $22.50/hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Daily Pay
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement program
• WellBeing mental health support
• 24/7 Chaplain counseling
• 365 Program for new team member development

Schedule

Full-time, rotating between 7:00 AM-3:00 PM and 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. Availability for both shifts is required.

Ready to apply?

Apply today. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 48 hours.

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Powered by JazzHR

9c1bhL4htb