Preschool Teacher

Location: Carthage

Duties

1. Teaches District approved curriculum.

2. Meets and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.

3. Plans a program of study, employing a variety of instructional techniques and

instructional media that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the

students.

4. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the

maturity and interests of the students.

5. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,

materials, and facilities.

6. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules.

7. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.

8. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and,

establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects to communicate these

objectives to students.

9. Assists in diagnosing the learning disabilities of students, with the assistance of

district specialists.

10. Evaluates academic and social growth of students, keep appropriate records and

prepare progress reports.

11. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy,

and administrative regulations.

12. Remains available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the

instructional day, such as parent teacher conferences.

13. Performs all other duties reasonably related to position as may be assigned by

Building Administrator or Superintendent.

Qualifications

1. Teaching certificate for the particular position as required by the State.

2. Must be familiar with the use of computers including but not limited to electronic

mail, the Internet, word processing, and electronic spreadsheets.

3. Establish and maintain effective and courteous working relationships with those

contacted in the course of work (students, parents, and staff).

4. Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.

5. Ability to communicate to students, parents and staff in an acceptable/courteous

manner

Salary/Benefits

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and creating a strong foundation for lifelong learning? Carthage E.S.D. #317 is looking for a compassionate, dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team for the  school year.

This is a full-time position (approximately 40 hours per week) beginning in Fall 2026, with a starting salary of approximately $41,014. The district also contributes 9.8901% of your salary to the Illinois Teacher's Retirement System (TRS) on your behalf.

? Benefit-Eligible Position Includes:

* Health insurance with a district contribution of $860 per month

* 14 sick days and at least 2 personal days annually

* Additional benefits as outlined in the Certified Staff Contract

Additional Notes

?? Why Join Carthage #317?

You will be part of a supportive team committed to providing high-quality early childhood experiences in a nurturing, inclusive, and student-centered environment. We are seeking an educator who believes in meeting the diverse needs of young learners while fostering curiosity, growth, and independence.

SCHEDULING

Working hours will be 7:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. The schedule is subject to change with district

demands in compliance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

How to Apply

?? Apply Today!

Contact Dustin Day at  or visit the District Office:

210 S. Adams Street, Carthage, IL 62321

For additional details, please refer to the Certified Staff Contract available on our district website.

Email Address

rjacoby

School District

www.cesd
317.org

Position Website

(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..cesd
317.org/page/employment-opportunities

City Website

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

2/3/2026

Final date to receive applications

4/1/2026

Start Date

8/17/2026

Email for More Information

rjacoby