Position available immediately working in a preschool and childcare center with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers up to age 5. Must be available to work Monday through Friday. This position is a floating position that will provide assistance where needed both inside and outside the classroom. This includes but is not limited to assistance with care and supervision of children, tracking inventory, housekeeping & environmental hygiene, meal service, and filing paperwork.
Qualifications:
Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with other teachers and assistants.
Ability to take direction from supervising teachers, teacher leads, and administrative staff.
Ability to relate effectively with children and their parents.
Ability to work in an active setting.
Ability to ensure the health and safety of the children in your care.
Ability and willingness to follow center and DCFS policies.
Punctual and dependable. Good organizational skills.
Dependability, patience, maturity, and a love of very young children is a must.
BONUS if you have a minimum of 6 credit hours of course work related to Early Childhood Education or Child Development/Child Psychology is preferred but not required.
Background checks and medical clearances are required including a recent physical examination and vaccination records per IL DCFS licensing requirements.
If you are dependable, a hard-worker, a team-player, and love children please join our fantastic team of teachers.
25-30+ hours/week $16.00 - $19.00 per hour.