Child Care Teacher - IL Medical District - Chicago
$43,160–$52,788 year
On-site · Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Bright Horizons Child Care Teacher in Chicago, IL (IL Medical District): In-person role delivering hands-on activities for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers; maintain open communication with parents about daily milestones; ensure safety and cleanliness per policies; provide classroom coverage across a center or nearby locations; must pass required state and company background checks and meet IL Teacher qualification requirements. Position supports growth through opportunities (CDA/degree options) and benefits including health insurance, paid leave, retirement plan, and career development. Hours include staying until 6:00pm. Compensation ranges $20.75–$25.35 per hour, with in-person duties located in the Chicago area.
Required Qualifications
- 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
- College-level coursework in early childhood education, CDA, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred
- 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required
- Must meet state requirements to be Teacher Qualified in the State of IL: 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits with related coursework OR 1 year of child development experience plus 30 semester hours with related coursework OR Completion of CDA-credential programs
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