Early Childhood Teacher

The Early Childhood Teacher is responsible for implementing the High Scope Curriculum as developmentally appropriate including, but not limited to, weekly themes, weekly lesson plans, inclusion of theme-related material, and rotation of toys and equipment on a regular basis.
The teacher will ensure the environment is safe, responsive, and stimulating by actively engaging oneself in daily activities and routines.
(S)He will maintain professional and positive relationships with parents and families.
The teacher will be responsible for assessing all areas of development of children using the High Scope Curriculum and COR Assessment.
All teachers will develop and maintain portfolios for each child.
The Academy will hold Parent/Teacher conferences twice per year, Teachers are responsible for conducting those conferences with the parent/families for each child in their group.
Responsible for supervision and direction of Full-Time Assistant Teacher, Part-Time Assistant Teacher(s), Part-Time Aide(s), Volunteers.
Maintain all certifications as required.
Ensure compliance with all Illinois Department of Children and Family Services rules and regulations.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.
00 - $20.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * Employee discount * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement Schedule: * 10 hour shift * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday * Overtime Education: * Associate (Required) Experience: * Teaching: 1 year (Required) * Childcare: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person