Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher

Teaching is more than a job. It's an opportunity to foster curiosity, creativity and compassion in children—all while helping them develop a lifelong love of learning. As a Preschool Teacher at Primrose School of Plainfield, you'll create a fun, safe environment with a daily schedule designed to develop children's confidence and independence. You'll help guide these little ones through small group instruction as they grow their ability to absorb new content and understand increasingly complex information.

Spend your days building genuine relationships with each child. Help children learn about language and literacy, science, life skills, and more. Work with your co-teacher to implement the lesson plans from the research-informed Balanced Learning® curriculum. Maintain a well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence. Discover what works best for each child as you teach them about the world around them.

Paid Vacations (PTO) Competitive Compensation Annual Merit-Based Pay Increase Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Tuition Reimbursement. 401K Match Substantial Child-Care Benefits Paid Holidays Free On-Duty Meals. Welcome Package with Branded Merchandise (including Uniform) Formal Onboarding & On-Going Training Support from Leadership Team Monday-Friday Schedule Comprehensive Primrose Curriculum provided.

Primary Responsibilities:

Teacher is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children. Observes all rules and regulations at Primrose School of Plainfield and the DCFS rules pertaining to the health, safety and care of children. Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum and programming. Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.

Maintain positive relationships with parents and staff members. Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

Qualifications:

60 college credits with at least 6 in Early Childhood Education OR 30 college credits with at least 6 in Early Childhood Education with one year experience OR equivalent certification (CDA). Associate Degree or BA in Early Childhood Education is preferred. Minimum 1 Year of previous classroom teaching experience in a licensed early childhood program is preferred. Authorized to work in the United States.

MLBC Compensation: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour