Early Chilldhood Teacher

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic qua ternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. The main campus is at Loyola University Medical Center. Loyola Medicine is part of a comprehensive three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and Mac Neal Hospital.

Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Day Shift

Join our Early Childhood Education team as a Lead Classroom Teacher. You will provide a nurturing, inclusive environment that supports young children's growth and development.

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans
• Conduct quarterly child assessments
• Foster creativity, curiosity, and a love for learning
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Lead and collaborate effectively with co-teachers
• Demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

• Benefits from Day One
• Daily Pay
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards

For Candidates Without An Associate's Degree:

• Must qualify with a total of 30 general college credit hours AND 6 credit hours in Early Childhood Education/Child Development from birth to age 6 or an equivalent Child Development Associate Certification (CDA).
• Must have completed 15 certified hours of Gateways to Opportunity Continuing Education Units.
• Must have current Membership to Gateways to Opportunity.
• Must have current CPR/First Aid Certification (or complete through Loyola during the first 30 days of employment).
• Food Handling certification.

For Candidates With An Associate's Degree:

• Must meet the State of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Early Childhood Education teacher requirements.
• Must have 60 college credit hours (with 6 credit hours in Early Childhood Education/Child Development from birth to age
  6).
• Must have current Membership to Gateways to Opportunity.
• Must have current CPR/First Aid Certification (or complete through Loyola during the first 30 days of employment).
• Food Handling certification.

Preferred:

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education.

$15.70 - $22.11 per hour

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.