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About the job:
Warm, energetic, and loving individuals who are motivated and capable of teaching an incredible group of children. Reliability, consistency, and professionalism are the keys to a successful work relationship along with a true desire to care for children's emotions, their well-being, educational, physical, and mental development as well as the company's overall well-being and repetition.
The teaching positions are Monday-Friday, 9 am-6 pm, working hour spans, for 8h daily shifts. Schedules are to be determined, 5 day availability is crucial on a closing shift.
For more information on the school and the location, please visit www.choochoochicago.com
Compensation:$18 - $25 hourly
Responsibilities:Responsibilities and Duties
- Assume responsibility for the early childhood center as a lead teacher in our preschool classroom and director designee.
- Plan, Implement, Review, and Collaborate with the teachers on lesson plans, projects, activities, etc.
- Planning weekly curriculum, arts and crafts projects, daily educational games, and various other activities.
- Communicate daily with parents at drop-off/pick-up about the child's day and needs.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment.
- Adhere to teaching standards and safety regulations as established by the school and DCFS.
- Provide loving care and caregiving activities.
- Caring for a group of children, changing diapers, potty-training, and making sure their physical and emotional needs are taken care of.
- Following a daily routine and encouraging children to participate in various activities.
- Setting up a table for lunch, preparing meals, and helping feed the children.
- Cleaning after children which entitles vacuuming, wiping tabletops, mopping floors, taking the garbage out, washing dishes, cleaning bathrooms, disinfecting toys, decluttering the classroom, and making it appear neat and tidy, etc.
- Taking children out for a walk, to a local playground, or outdoor activity.
- Bachelor's degree in ECE/ECD or related field with a minimum of 21 college ECE/ECD credit hours and 3 credit hours in ECE administration Or Director Credential Certificate Or Associate's degree in ECE/ECD with two years of teaching experience and 3 credit hours in ECE administration OR Director Credential Certificate through Gateways.
- Previous experience Leading a preschool classroom and a firm understanding of DCFS rules and licensing standards.
- Food Manager License or willingness to obtain certification.
- CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.
- Proof of up-to-date physical, TB Test, and immunizations.
- Must be a team player, flexible and accountable.
- Excellent organization skills and communication skills.
- Must meet and follow all City and State licensing requirements.
- Job Type: Full-Time, Monday-Friday.
ChooChoo Chicago Academy provides a nurturing, loving, and home-like environment while supporting the academic and social-emotional development of children in our care through an explorative, play-based curriculum. We are a small and growing childcare program that takes pride in our effort to build a true community hub of teachers, children, and their families in our neighborhood. We are excited to have you join our community!
