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Teacher – Advocate Health Care

We are seeking a dedicated Teacher for our day center. This role includes curriculum development, child care, and parent communication. Competitive base pay: $19.45/hr - $29.20/hr
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• Plan and implement curriculum activities and early learning practices using Illinois Early Learning Standards and NAEYC guidelines.
• Attend professional development workshops, conferences, and early childhood related college classes; apply new knowledge to classroom practice.
• Maintain inservice hours annually and update professional development records.
• Earn or maintain an Early Childhood Credential (Level 3 or higher) through approved gateways.
• Prepare lesson plans, schedules, and learning objectives for a full class of children.
• Document child progress with observations, developmental checklists, and progress reports.
• Ensure safety and health of children: head counts, ratio sheets, safety checks, and incident reporting.
• Maintain clean, safe classroom environment per DCFS, NAEYC, and Environmental Rating Scale.
• Communicate with parents through daily notes, conferences, and newsletters; conduct intake meetings for new families.
• Model positive behavior and discipline techniques; coach peers as needed.
• Collaborate with teaching team, administration, and co-workers to support program quality.
• Monitor and address child behavior with discipline guidelines; maintain compliance with DCFS regulations.
• Assist in training and mentoring new staff.
• Maintain child health and safety practices: sleep room checks, meal, medication records, and allergy management.

• Two years of college; minimum 9 credit hours of Early Childhood Education courses with 1 year recent teaching experience.
• Current Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate with 1 year day care experience, or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong verbal and nonverbal communication skills with children, families, and associates.
• Emotional maturity, listening skills, availability, and responsiveness.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate learning experiences.

• Lifting: up to 11–50 pounds frequently; up to 10 pounds constantly; assist with lifts over 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, carry children, sit until 15–20 minutes.
• Requires flexible schedule and unusual hours.
• Must handle multiple tasks and work in fast‑paced environment.
• Must respond quickly to unsafe conditions and maintain child safety.