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Lead Teacher

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Open Space Schools
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-20
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Early Childhood Education, Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 60000 USD Yearly USD 40000.00 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Are you a passionate educator
, committed to the growth and education of children? Open Space Early Learning Center is looking for experienced teachers to join our team! If you are passionate about teaching our littlest humans how to grow and thrive in their environment, we would love to meet you!

We are currently seeking a full-time lead teacher to join our team!

Applicants must be dedicated, warm, passionate, nurturing, and cooperative. We offer comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, on-the-job training, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
Responsibilities
  • Creating and maintaining lasting relationships with students
  • Creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans
  • Meeting the individual needs of every child by encouraging and supporting play
    , exploration, and learning
  • Collaborating with families to create inclusive and culturally relevant classroom and curriculum
  • Creating a fun, welcoming, warm, and safe classroom environment
  • Completing assessments and documenting growth and learning
  • Collaborating with colleagues to provide quality care and education
  • Meeting and following the requirements of all licensing agencies
Qualifications
  • 1+ year of formal or informal experience in caring for children
  • CDA/AA or BA in Early Childhood Education
    OR AA or BA in a related field with 6 credits in Early Childhood Education
  • CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification
  • Proof of TB Test, and TDAP, 2 Doses of MMR, and immunizations
  • Proof of Covid vaccination
  • Medical Physical
  • Obtain new Food Handlers Training Certificate
  • Must meet and follow all additional City and State licensing requirements
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