Toddler Teacher

Toddler Teacher – Shepherd’s Flock Preschool $22.50 per hour | Part Time Start a new career as a Infant/Toddler Teacher at Shepherd’s Flock Preschool, located on the beautiful campus of The Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights. Shepherd’s Flock focuses on intergenerational programming, bringing together the young and old for a rewarding learning experience. At Shepherd’s Flock, you will start a satisfying career in a faith-based, mission-driven organization where team members are supported and called to serve. We foster a culture that promotes growth, recognition, and investment in our team members. Why You'll Love This Role Competitive Pay: $22.50 per hour Part-time schedule: Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM Mission-Driven Work: Make a meaningful impact on the lives of children through education and care Supportive Team Culture: Work alongside a dedicated and collaborative team What You'll Do Foster a nurturing and engaging learning environment for infants and toddlers Integrate teaching skills with the values and principles of a faith-based organization Provide children with a well-rounded and developmentally appropriate educational experience Support each child’s growth through intentional interactions, care, and guidance Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom environment Required Qualifications Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, including coursework in Human Growth and Development, Lifespan Development, or related studies 1–3 years of early childhood education experience preferred Comfortable caring for infants and toddlers Early Childhood Education Level 3 certification completed or willingness to obtain after hire Infant Toddler Level 2 certification completed or willingness to obtain after hire Full-Time Benefits Available To You: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan Daily Pay Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Program WellBeing Mental Health Support 24/7 Chaplain Counseling 365 Program for New Team Member Development 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lutheran Life Communities