Position Type:
Early Childhood/Early Childhood Teacher
Date Posted:
8/7/2026
Location:
Goodrich School
Date Available:
08/10/2026
Closing Date:
Until filled
Description:
Early Childhood Teacher
Early Childhood and LBS or Early Childhood Special Education Approval and ESL endorsement required.
Job Description:
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Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of subject matter content.
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Identifies, selects and modifies instructional materials to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles and special needs.
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Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and ensures the emotional and educational development of students.
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Uses Board adopted materials, district curriculum guides and supplementary instruction materials that are most appropriate for meeting State and District standards.
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Provides quality work for students that is challenging and relevant to the goals and objectives of the class that enhances critical thinking skills.
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Monitors and analyzes student learning and behavior on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
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Provides a pleasant and stimulating classroom environment, which might include: displaying samples of student work and arranging attractive bulletin boards.
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Plans and prepares lessons and strategies, which are meaningful and engaging and supports the School Improvement Plans and District Strategic Goals.
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Establishes an environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
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Utilizes effective assessment strategies to assist in the continuous development of students.
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Administers district assessments and provides progress reports as required.
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Demonstrates skill in use of positive reinforcement techniques related to student achievement and behavior to create a safe learning environment.
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Engages in ongoing quest for reflection and personal growth through inservice, classes and study.
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Assists in assessing changing curricular needs and plans for improvement.
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Assists in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations and School Board Policies.
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Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents and the community to enhance the instructional environment.
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Actively participates in school activities, services and programs during and outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
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Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
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Responds to communications within the school district, (e-mail, voice mail, interoffice memos, postal mail) in a timely manner.
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Presents a positive school image and realizes the importance of establishing good school-community relations.
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Models professional and ethical conduct when dealing with students, peers, parents and the community.
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Instructs and supervises the work of volunteers and aides when assigned.
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Manages time, materials and equipment effectively.
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Establishes and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures.
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Performs other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
Qualifications:
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License
Early Childhood and LBS or Early Childhood Special Education Approval and ESL endorsement required.
Working Conditions:
Full Time
Application Procedure:
Apply online, uploading cover letter, resume, etc. within application
Selection Procedure:
The administrator will contact selected candidates for interviews
