20 Best lead teacher jobs in chicago, il (Hiring Now!)

Early Childhood Traveling Teacher
Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford —Chicago, IL
Within 90 days of employment, must obtain and continually maintain basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification (or sooner if required by local/state…
$40,930 - $60,235 a year
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Lead Teachers Toddlers: Lakeview, Bucktown - Lead Teachers Infants: Logan Square, Lakeview
Children's Learning Place —Chicago, IL
*60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited college or university with 6 or more semesters or 9 quarter hours in courses related…
$18.50 - $20.00 an hour
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Lead Teacher - Infant, Toddler and Preschool
Rayito de Sol —Chicago, IL
Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in ECE or related field, preferred. Current First-Aid and CPR certification. Previous Childcare teaching experience, preferred.
$20 - $21 an hour
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Managing Associate Teacher
Carole Robertson Center for Learning —Chicago, IL
Lead the collaboration with the TA, Aides, and Program Advisor team in the creation and facilitation of studies to support weekly lesson plans, including daily…
Estimated: $46.1K - $58.3K a year
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Preschool and Toddler Teacher
The Children's Center for Creative Learnng —Chicago, IL
Maintain a safe and secure environment for all children in compliance with City and State licensing requirements. \*\*Develop and Implement Lesson Plans:\*\*.
Up to $22 an hour
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Head Start Lead Teacher with Professional Educator License (Type 04)
Henry Booth House —Chicago, IL
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Bachelor’s in any field with a minimum of 30 hours of ECE semester credits.
From $47,500 a year
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Early Childhood Teacher and Teacher Assistant
Kensington School —Chicago, IL
At Kensington School, you will have opportunities to share your passion, whether that be sports, science, arts or math- or something else!
$42,000 - $50,000 a year
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Lead Teacher, Montessori 3-6 year olds
Prairieland Montessori —Chicago, IL
Each child will be given the opportunity to grow in his or her own way, and build a strong foundation for the future. AMS or AMI Montessori certification.
Estimated: $39.1K - $49.5K a year
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Lead Infant/Toddler or Preschool Teacher
Little Inspirations, Inc. —Chicago, IL
Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field conferred or bachelor's or master's degree in process.
$16 - $20 an hour
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Childcare Lead Teacher
Kids & Company Ltd —Chicago, IL
Maintain documentation and records, ensuring compliance with state regulations. Engage with parents and families, providing support and communication about…
Estimated: $38.3K - $48.5K a year
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Lead Teacher Infant/Toddler (PFC)
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
The lead teacher is responsible for developing a classroom atmosphere where children can grow and develop in a safe and positive learning space.
Up to $52,000 a year
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Preschool Lead Teacher
Kensington School —La Grange, IL
Have experience with children ages 0-5. Love being with young children! Kensington School is a full day private preschool with childcare for infants through pre…
$16 - $18 an hour
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Immediate Special Education Teacher
Noble Schools —Chicago, IL
Illinois Teaching License (PEL or ELS) with Learning Behavior Specialist I endorsement (LBSI) or out-of-state equivalent of a Special Education teaching license…
Estimated: $66.2K - $83.8K a year
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School Age Teacher
El Hogar del Nino - The Home of the Child —Chicago, IL
Assists in collaborating with other staff, volunteers, and/or neighborhood organizations to develop on-going program implementation and in developing special…
$15.50 an hour
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Director/Lead Teacher
LITTLE LEADERS OF TOMORROW DAYCARE —Chicago, IL
Parent communication via face-to-face, daily records, phone calls, and emails. Meeting & following requirements of licensing agencies.
$17 - $24 an hour
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Head Start Teacher at Debra Ann Porter Childcare Center
PLCCA, Inc. —Maywood, IL
License/Certification: *Illinois PEL license (Preferred). Our Head Start Teachers take the lead in working with their classroom teams to implement a formal…
$45,000 - $52,000 a year
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World Language (WLES) Teacher (Spanish)
Oak Park Elementary School District 97 —Oak Park, IL
Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Develop and administer assessments to evaluate students' language proficiency and monitor their progress.
Estimated: $51.4K - $65.1K a year
Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher
Family Focus Inc —Chicago, IL
Experience supervising and leading classroom team in preparation and implementation of lesson plans for classroom activities covering all developmental areas:…
$50,000 a year
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Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher
Mary Crane Center —Chicago, IL
Participate in various meetings, including management, teaching team, center, committee, parent, parent policy, family reviews, city/state, agency, and board…
Up to $52,965.12 a year
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Lead Teacher Infant/Toddler (Nia)
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
The lead teacher is responsible for developing a classroom atmosphere where children can grow and develop in a safe and positive learning space.
Up to $58,656 a year
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Early Childhood Traveling Teacher

Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford - Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time $40,930 - $60,235 a year

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

Bilingual
Mid-level
Microsoft Office
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Classroom experience
Associate's degree
Communication skills
Teaching
Early Childhood Education

Full Job Description

Description: EMBRACING ABILITIES. EXPANDING POSSIBILITIES.

At Easterseals of Chicagoland and Greater Rockford, we are committed to two – often interconnecting - pillars of work……early learning and disability. Through these pillars, we transform the lives of early learners and individuals of all abilities through access to expert educational, family, and community support. As an affiliate of America’s largest nonprofit health care organization, we have proudly served the communities and families of Chicagoland and Greater Rockford since 1936.

Our Head Start / Early Head Start program provides high-quality, family centered education for children from birth to age 5. We collaborate with 35+ early childhood programs to support families in Chicago and suburban Cook County. Together, Easterseals and these Partner Sites promote school readiness in young children of all abilities from families with incomes below poverty guidelines.

For more information about our organization, please visit us online at www.eastersealschicago.org.

We are seeking a full-time Early Childhood Traveling Teacher to join our talented and passionate team. This position supports our Partner Sites by providing temporary classroom coverage in Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms. Assignments last 4 weeks on average but may be shortened or extended to meet the needs of children, families, and staff. Once an assignment is completed, the Early Childhood Traveling Teacher will begin a new assignment at another Partner Site.

This position will travel to Partner Sites throughout the Chicagoland area, including City of Chicago and suburban locations. Travel times can range from 30 minutes to an hour between sites, depending on traffic. The Traveling Teacher will be eligible for mileage reimbursement.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Demonstrates knowledge of Creative Curriculum. Ability to utilize Creative Curriculum system.
Demonstrates knowledge of Teaching Strategies GOLD. Ability to utilize Teaching Strategies GOLD online system.
Leads classroom team in creating a developmentally appropriate environment
Supervises all activities of the children at all times.
Account for children using Active Supervision.
Supports the quality of the classroom by working in partnership with other classroom staff.
Attend and/or complete required and recommended trainings.
Attend required and recommended meetings.
Complete an ongoing professional development plan.
Support agency’s school readiness goals.
Supervises and provides guidance to other classroom personnel
Researches new curriculum methods and reinforcement materials
Shares responsibility for cleaning up after all classroom activities. Assumes over-all responsibility for proper care of classroom equipment and supplies
Recommends maintenance and repairs as needed in the classroom to maintain safety compliances.
Generate and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
Utilize child outcome data to guide lesson planning and developmentally appropriate activities
Participate in Coaching to Fidelity.
Participate in Individual Educational Plan (IEP) and/or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings.
Prepares reports on classroom activities, including attendance records.
Utilizes Individual Educational Plan (IEP) and/or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) to support children with disabilities.
Works closely with consultants and other Easter Seals staff personnel.
Travel to other classrooms and/or sites, as needed, to serve as the teacher or teacher assistant.
All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

EHS/PI only: Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and working towards Gateways Level 4.
Both HS/PFA and EHS/PI: Must meet Head Start Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (ECE) or Bachelor’s degree in another related field with at least 30 hours in ECE.

o Infant Toddler Coursework Required, Infant Toddler Credential Preferred.

o Working towards Gateways Credential Level 5- Early Childhood Education

o Working towards Gateways Infant/Toddler Credential Level 5.

Experience Required:

Experience as a teacher in an early childhood classroom.

Required Knowledge:

MS Office.

Vehicle/Transportation Requirements:

Valid driver’s license.
Auto insurance.
Reliable vehicle.

Skills/Abilities:

Bilingual skills may be required or preferred based on the needs of the program.
Must have the ability to create a classroom atmosphere in which children can develop physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially and creatively.
Able to work well with staff, families, other agencies and funding source personnel.
Well-organized, detail-oriented and accuracy-driven.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Able to manage multiple projects.

Within 90 days of employment, must obtain and continually maintain basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification (or sooner if required by local/state regulations). Acceptable tuberculosis screening results, a clear criminal records check (including child abuse registry checks), and an initial health exam are required post job offer and prior to employment. Current and former Head Start/Early Head Start parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified.

ADA: Easterseals will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act of 1990. Unless exempted by the Americans with Disabilities Act, all persons hired for this position are required to possess the ability to perform the physical tasks necessary to treat clients, i.e., bending, floor-sitting, etc., as well as to have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.

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lead teacher jobs in chicago, il

Early Childhood Traveling Teacher

Lead Teachers Toddlers: Lakeview, Bucktown - Lead Teachers Infants: Logan Square, Lakeview

Lead Teacher - Infant, Toddler and Preschool

Managing Associate Teacher

Preschool and Toddler Teacher

Head Start Lead Teacher with Professional Educator License (Type 04)

Early Childhood Teacher and Teacher Assistant

Lead Teacher, Montessori 3-6 year olds

Lead Infant/Toddler or Preschool Teacher

Childcare Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher Infant/Toddler (PFC)

Preschool Lead Teacher

Immediate Special Education Teacher

School Age Teacher

Director/Lead Teacher

Head Start Teacher at Debra Ann Porter Childcare Center

World Language (WLES) Teacher (Spanish)

Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher

Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher Infant/Toddler (Nia)

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