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Jewish Council for Youth ServicesPosted 1 month ago

Lead Preschool Teacher

$18,250–$22,750 year

On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States

Full TimeSenior LevelSmall

Job Summary

Plan and execute developmentally appropriate programs for assigned classes while maintaining constant supervision of children inside classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, buses, and during offsite trips. Send daily classroom updates to parents via email and promptly inform the Director of all parent messages, complaints, concerns, accidents, illnesses, and other classroom incidents. Maintain professional relationships with parents and staff, ensuring strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Attend staff meetings to contribute to team knowledge and collaborate with teachers on assigned duties. Adhere to the JCYS Employee Handbook and all agency policies. This role supports early childhood education and camp programs for diverse children across Chicagoland, fostering a warm, caring, and respectful environment within the Lincoln Square/Ravenswood Center.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 6 college credit hours in child development
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children
  • Must meet DCFS standards for experience/education
  • Must be able to physically interact with children, involving stooping/bending, activities on playground, and sitting on the floor
  • Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Desired Qualifications

  • Associates or Bachelors Degree in early childhood education or related field preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience in developing positive relationships
  • A love of children

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