Child Care Teacher Jobs in Chatham, IL

Why Ball-Chatham? At Ball-Chatham, you'll work in an environment that is engaging, challenging, and personally fulfilling. You'll collaborate with a team of extraordinary educators, support staff, and administrators to create a positive learning environment for all students. This workplace is: * Rewarding: Build relationships that extend beyond the classroom and make a lasting impact. * Collaborative: Work with exceptional educators, support staff, and administrators to achieve educational goals. * Impactful: Contribute to the academic and personal growth of students at various levels. You will thrive here if you: * Are prepared to guide students to achieve their highest levels of personal and academic success. * Are excited to work with students of all academic levels and needs. * Are enthusiastic about Ball-Chatham's educational philosophy. * Are committed to building positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. * Are dedicated to providing a positive, safe, and academically challenging environment for all students. Qualifications Do you: * Hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License Here * Understand best practices related to teaching and pedagogy * Know how to interpret and implement IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) * Value Character Education (Titan Traits) To be considered for this position, you must: * Maintain the qualifications and licensure outlined in the job description. * Complete and submit the ONLINE application. * Pass a background check/fingerprinting. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a supportive, dedicated team, apply today and join the Titan Team! Salary/Benefits Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and qualifications -$48,544 - $116,368 (25/26 BCEA Contract) Benefits: 2025 Benefits Enrollment Guide Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page ************************************************************************************************** Email Address ************************ School District ******************************* ILearn Link ILearn Report Card Link Illinois Report Card Job Posting Date 3/19/2025 Start Date N/A

SUMMARY: The classroom teacher regardless of race, creed, or disability is primarily responsible for the educational program in the classroom as well as promoting family involvement in the classroom. Through training and other activities, the teacher will provide a creative atmosphere for the growth and development of the total child. Site Location: Cook ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Signs in and out upon arrival and departure from any Head Start site. 2. Timely daily arrival. 3. Greets children and parents as well as other co-workers with a warm approach. 4. Helps to assist each child in meeting developmental needs and assists in developmentally appropriate skill building in areas such as gross motor, self-help, social/emotional development, cognitive and communication skills. 5. Works closely with all Specialists and Coordinators to ensure children's files are complete. 6. Prepares and completes a weekly lesson plan with the Teacher Assistant. 7. Prepares and conducts home visits and conferences involving the Teacher Assistant. 8. Administers the on-going assessments for each child using Work Sampling Illinois. 9. Prepare materials used in the daily program with staff. 10. Plan and arrange the room to meet the needs of the children utilizing guidelines provided by the Creative Curriculum, and Early Learning Standards and Head Start Performance Standards. 11. Ensure all classroom equipment is in good repair for safe play by the children. 12. Inventory all equipment in the beginning of the year and at the close of the program. 13. Set and enforce a positive standard of conduct for children and parents. 14. Keeps daily records such as attendance, on-going assessment, and anecdotal as required by the Performance Standards and the Education Coordinator and Site Manager. 15. Supervise indoor and outdoor play very closely while interacting with the children. 16. Work closely with staff in serving meals family style,eating with the children each meal service while modeling and discussing good nutrition practices. 17. Supervise and assist the children with bathroom activities. 18. Requisition supplies for the classroom as needed, using the proper form. 19. Responsible for overall administration of the classroom. Keeping the room clean and orderly. 20. Works with families in planning and coordinating activities and field trips. 21. Must attend all workshops, in-service training and staff meetings as well as other assigned meetings/training requested by the Site Manager, Education Coordinator or the Head Start Director. 22. Consult the Site Manager on problems that may occur at the site. 23. Plan and carry out parent/teacher conferences two (2) times a year as directed by the Site Manager. 24. Work with the Disability Specialist in planning staffings on special needs children. 25. Assist in recruitment throughout the year. 26. Notify the Site Manager of any emergency and accident. 27. Complete a minimum of (2) home visits per program year as required with additional home visits documented as necessary. 28. Report three day absences to the Site Manager while documenting three (3) attempts to contact the family. 29. Ensure that proper child to staff ratios are consistently maintained in the classroom. Alert the Site Manager to any difficulties and lapse in full classroom enrollment. 30. Construct 4 homemade games, with instructions, for classroom usage each year, one per quarter, involving the classroom assistants in development. 31. Employee will comply with the policies and procedures for bus monitoring. Bus monitoring services will consist of (but not limited to) securing all children in seat belts, taking attendance, securing authorized signatures when releasing the child from the bus. Employee will also maintain control and ensure the safety of the children on the bus at all times. 32. Completes required paperwork in a timely basis. 33. Post approved lesson plans weekly ensuring all needed materials are available for implementation. 34. Involve the Teacher Assistant in lesson plan development. 35. Encourage the enrollment of families with diverse backgrounds. Be able to understand the needs and interests of individuals with various backgrounds and become fluent in the languages spoken by the families in the program. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must ensure that all center-based teachers have at least an associate's or bachelor's degree in child development or early childhood education, equivalent coursework, or otherwise meet the requirements of section 648A(a)(3)(B) of the Act. Must meet the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Licensing Standards. 2. Willing to accept supervision and assignments as required. 3. Knowledge of the operation of the program. 4. Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds. 5. Must be in good physical health. 6. Relates well with children, staff and parents. 7. Must complete DCFS required training courses, Illinois Gateway Registry, all Head Start workshops and in-service trainings which also includes United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) training. 8. A Food Service/Sanitation Certificate (Optional). 9. Must have reliable transportation, current driver license and must show proof of insurance required by the State of Illinois 10. Ability to pass a medical exam certifying freedom from communicable diseases and illegal substances. 11. Obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR cards. Pay is dependent on Education/Credentials Benefits Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan. We offer vacation, sick and personal pay based on date of hire. Pay for this position is based on education credentials and experience. The pay range is $19.00 to $28.50 Springfield Urban League is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Quick Link ****************************************** Position Title Child Care Aide, Student Worker Position Description/Requirements Lincoln Land Community College is seeking Student Workers to provide assistance to Child Development Center staff in providing care to children ages 15 months to entry to kindergarten at the college's Child Development Center in Springfield. Student Workers will perform the following duties: * Provide assistance in Child Development Center classroom's under direction of Child Development Center Staff * Assist in meal preparation and clean up and laundry duties * Clean, gather, and rotate classroom materials for Child Development Staff * Provide coverage for staff breaks and lunches All LLCC Student Workers have the following institutional responsibilities: * Uphold LLCC's mission, as well as certain standards of conduct within the College and in dealings with students, staff, faculty and the general public. * Responsible for compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other regulations with regard to confidentiality of and access to student and other institutional records. Student Workers will be paid minimum wage and will be scheduled to work up to 20 hours per week during the center's operational hours of Monday through Friday, 6:45AM-6PM. Requirements include the following: * Must maintain satisfactory academic progress * Must be enrolled at least half-time (6 credit hours) during the semester of employment, with the exception of summer term * Complete LLCC's mandatory harassment prevention training within 30 days of employment * Minimum GPA 2.0 * Must have a high school diploma or equivalency certificate (GED) * Must complete DCFS Health Examination including TB test * Must receive clearance through DCFS Background Check Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, drug screen, 2-step TB test and physical. LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment. Requisition Specific Details Open Date 09/01/2022 Last Day to Apply Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Professional References Professional References Special Instructions

As Early Childhood Teacher at Memoral provides a safe and nurturing environment for children to encourage their social, emotional, physical and intellectual development through designing and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum according to guidelines established by the Illinois Department of Children and Family services, Creative Curriculum and ExceleRate Illinois. Qualifications Age Requirement: * The IL Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) requires teachers to be a minimum of 19 years of age. Education: * High School Diploma or equivalency certificate (GED) required. * Associate's degree in Early Childhood or Child Development is strongly desired. Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or related field is strongly preferred. * In lieu of an Associate's degree, DCFS requires one of the following: 60 semester hours of college credits with 6 hours directly being related to child care or child development (birth to age 6), or 1 year experience in child development in a nursery school, child care or kindergarten program with 30 semester hours in college with 6 semester hours directly being related to child care or child development (birth to age 6), or completion of credentialing program approved by DCFS (CDA). Licensure/Certification/Registry: * Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Registry member within the first 5 days of employment * Provide 3 letters of reference per DCFS requirements * Hold or be able to obtain, within 90 days, First Aid/CPR certification Experience: * DCFS requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience in child care, early childhood, or child development. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: * Maintain 20 hrs of in-service hours each fiscal year, 5 hours must be from a Gateway Registry-approved training. * Demonstrates excellent communication skills, initiative in a friendly, courteous and professional manner. * Demonstrates knowledge of ages and stages of development. * Demonstrate flexibility and openness to new ideas in child care practices. * Understands the general areas of physical, social, cognitive and emotional development for this age group. Responsibilities * Interaction between staff and children: * Interacts frequently, affectionately, and respectfully by smiling, touching, and holding children. Speaks in a friendly, calm, soft and courteous manner within close proximity of the child. * Respects and observes children's interests. Intervenes when needed to maintain safety. Enhances children's play with language, toys and activities. Encourages and models the appropriate behaviors and expectations. * Communicates directly with each child at the child's level. Engages and communicates constructively with children during activities and routines. Positively extends children's thinking and actions. * Maintains availability and responsiveness to children's needs, questions, and requests. Acknowledges feelings with sensitivity and demonstrate appropriate expression of emotions. * Practices positive discipline techniques in guiding children's behavior according to MMC's guidelines. * Maintains attentiveness, flexibility and support with children and others during transitions among classrooms. * Curriculum: * Implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum based upon the guidelines set forth in the Creative Curriculum which reflects observations and assessments of individual children. Plans a daily schedule which balances activities using the Creative Curriculum lesson plan. * Designs an environment which responds to children's individual development, physical and emotional needs and interests through the use of Creative Curriculum. Fosters positive self-concepts by supporting individuality, independence, and choices. Encourages creative expression. Respects diversity by providing anti-bias, non-sexist language, images, and experiences which reflect both center and global communities. * Creates documentation of children's accomplishments through anecdotal notes, observations and portfolios. * Faculty/Parent Interactions: * Acknowledges parents and all classroom visitors. Invites input from parents regarding their child's development and care. Responds to parents' comments and concerns with sensitivity, interest, and respect. * Maintains confidentiality. Establishes and maintains a Primary Care giving relationship with individual children and their families. Assists in the planning and attend center/classroom events and meetings. * Communicates verbally and in writing with parents regarding the development and specific activities of the children in their primary care. Shares resources with parents through discussions, articles, parent boards, etc. * Physical environment, health safety and nutrition: * Maintains and follow all safety and health rules of the center. Supervise children at all times. Demonstrates awareness of entire group while working with a small group or individuals. Encourages children to utilize appropriate health, safety and nutritional practices. * Knows the number of children in assigned group and maintains ratios at all times. Maintains accurate attendance records throughout the day. Completes appropriate paperwork (i.e. accidents, medication, etc.). * Keeps environment and equipment safe, clean and attractive. Encourages respect for classroom materials. Alerts others supplies are needed. Organizes materials on low, open shelves for children to use independently. * Professionalism: * Maintains confidentiality about issues concerning the out faculty members, children and families or MMC leadership and operations. Supports organizational mission, philosophies, values, goals, and policies. * Ensures continuity of care for children by reporting to work on time and maintaining consistent attendance, arranging and communicating leave requests in advance. Respects and adheres to staffing schedules which may be adjusted as programs needs change and may include working in another classroom. * Attends faculty meetings, training sessions and other center events. Continues professional growth by attending courses, asking for feedback and reading professional literature. * Receives constructive criticism with a willingness to improve. Provides feedback in a respectful manner. * Teamwork: * Establishes and maintains cooperation and respect with co-workers. Assumes fair share of work and seeks ways to be helpful. Assumes other responsibilities as needed: kitchen, pets, etc. Offers and shares ideas and materials with others. * Participates in teaching team through communication, collaboration and curriculum planning. Communicates and works to resolve conflicts quickly and avoid gossip. Exercises care in expressing views regarding the personal attributes or professional conduct of co-workers. Statements are based on first-hand knowledge and relevant to the interests of children and programs. * Performs other related work as required or requested.

Elementary School Teaching/Pre-K Date Available: August 2025 Closing Date: Until filled Qualifications: Letters of application, recommendations and/or references, ability to work as a team member and previous experience with PreK/Early Childhood age children is preferred. Applicants must hold a valid IL Professional Educator License or SUB license. Salary: $227.98/day Benefits: No additional benefits Application Procedure: Online application process Additional Information: This position will begin August 18, 2025.

Student Support Services/LD/ED Teacher (High-Needs School) Date Available: Aug. 2024 Additional Information: Show/Hide DESCRIPTION: The position is a special eduction inclusion teacher in the North Greene Junior-Senior HIgh School. QUALIFICATIONS: Illinois LBSI licensure required for special education teaching. WORKING CONDITIONS: The school is located approximately 20 miles North of Jerseyville and South of Jacksonville, and 45 miles north of Alton and southwest of Springfield on highway 67. The anticipated enrollment is 150 in grades 7-8 and 250 in grades 9-12. Salary is based on years of experience and education, partially paid health/life/dental insurance and opportunity for partial continuing education tuition reimbursement. Detailed contract terms are available for viewing in the negotated agreement on the district website. There are several extracurrlcular coaching and sponsorship positions available as well. APPLICATION PROCESS: Online application is available on the district website. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Following initial screening of applications submitted, top candidates will be selected for interviews with administration.

Elementary School Teaching Date Available: 2024-2025 School Year Closing Date: Until Filled

Elementary School Teaching/Physical Education SCHOOL DISTRICT 170 CHICAGO HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS TITLE: Physical Education Teacher QUALIFICATIONS: An appropriate, valid, Illinois State Teaching Credential with an endorsement in Physical Education for grades K-8. JOB SUMMARY: To develop in each pupil an understanding of the relationship of good body function and exercise; to motivate each pupil to cultivate physical fitness, hygienic habits, and good social and emotional adjustment; to discover and develop talents of pupils in physical achievement; to develop strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in individual, dual, and team physical activities and sports, in accordance with each pupil's ability. REPORTS TO: Principal, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, and other Central Office Administrators. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, benefits, and work year as established in the Teachers' Contract. PENSION SYSTEM: TRS RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Teaches knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual, or team sports, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities. 2. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. 3. Works cooperatively with other physical education teachers in planning a balanced physical education program. 4. Analyzes, demonstrates, and explains basic skills, knowledges, and strategies of formal sports, games rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement. 5. Provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil, to the extent feasible. 6. Provides appropriate safety instruction and makes safety checks on equipment and field areas to insure the over-all safety of pupils. 7. Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property. 8. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas. 9. Evaluates each pupil's growth in physical/health skills, knowledge, and contribution in team sports. 10. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities. 11. Selects and requisitions equipment and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records. 12. Communicates with parents and other concerned staff members on pupil progress. 13. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. 14. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during assigned work day. 15. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs. 16. Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities. 17. Performs other duties as may, from time to time, be assigned by the supervisor. 5/02/23 CE/ME:vd

K-8 Teaching Date Available: 08/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide TITLE: Montessori Teacher Job Description Qualifications * Illinois State certificate in the teaching field qualifying the teacher to teach at the elementary level. * Bachelor's Degree * Ability to function effectively as a member of the school staff. * Montessori certification through a recognized Montessori college or program. * Such other requirements as the Board may establish. REPORTS TO: The Elementary School Principal SUPERVISES: (Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching Assistants MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators. Job Goal: The Garfield Montessori School teacher understands and promotes the school's mission, vision, objectives, and policies both within and outside the immediate school community. The teacher is responsible for providing a Montessori classroom/instructional program that supports the individual needs of the children in accordance with the school's mission and vision. Performance Responsibilities Planning, Preparation and Instruction The teacher creates instruction that supports the development of the cognitive, emotional, social, physical and spiritual growth of the child. 1. The teacher uses the School Curriculum, Montessori Albums, and current research based instructional practices to develop interdisciplinary units of instruction that meet both the group and individual needs of students. 2. The teacher is responsible for maintaining an on-going dialogue with specialty teachers and coordinating curriculum integration and implementation with these teachers. 3. The teacher works with students of various abilities assigned to the classroom, including those with learning differences as diagnosed. The teacher may be required to participate in meetings, training, and planning cooperatives to fully meet each child's needs. 4. The teacher uses various assessment tools/strategies such as observations, children's work samples, continuums of development, portfolios, etc. to help make instructional decisions for individual students. Classroom Environment/Management The teacher is responsible for preparing an environment that meets the sensitive period/plane of development of the children he/she works with. 1. The teacher is responsible for preparing an environment in which the furnishings and materials are complete and correspond to the needs of the group; for maintaining a clear, orderly, and attractive Montessori environment, including the care and maintenance of classroom materials and equipment; for communicating needs for the classroom in accordance with school policy, i.e., maintaining inventory of classroom materials and any additional materials needed. 2. The teacher creates an environment that demonstrates rapport with, respect and kindness for, all students as well as between students. The teacher models and teaches conflict resolution and problem solving strategies in the classroom. 3. The teacher should promptly report discipline concerns beyond typical classroom strategies to the principal. A meeting with parents (and principal, if necessary) should be arranged. 4. The teacher is responsible for the safety of the children left in his/her charge until dismissed to a responsible adult. No child should ever be left unsupervised either inside or outside the classroom, except when directed by the teacher. 5. The teacher ensures that the physical environment adheres to all health and safety regulations as required by the State of Illinois. The classroom program shall also meet accreditation and licensing standards set forth by American Montessori Society, Middle States Association, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Communication The teacher is responsible for communication that supports an understanding of the school's program, develops positive relationships within the school community, and protects the privacy and confidentiality of each student and family in the school community. 1. The teacher establishes a positive relationship with parents of the students and maintains regular communication with parents with regard to their child's specific needs. The teacher provides for parent conferences, meetings and communication throughout the school year in accordance with school policy. The teacher responds to parent concerns in a timely manner. 2. The teacher communicates to parents and others in the school community about the classroom and curriculum. The teacher is responsible for a classroom newsletter that goes home to families during the first week of the month. The teacher develops and participates in parent programs that help develop an understanding of the Montessori Curriculum. 3. The teacher completes required Progress Reports in accordance with school policy. 4. The teacher assists in the development of and participates in school functions, including but not limited to Open Houses, Transition Nights, Curriculum Nights, Parent Orientations, etc in accordance with the negotiated agreement. Professional Responsibility The teacher is involved in ongoing self-assessment and refinement of practice in the classroom as well as collaborative professional growth. 1. The teacher participates in a regular evaluation process including classroom observations, feedback conferences, and an annual self-evaluation toward goals set by the teacher and/or in conjunction with the Principal. 2. The teacher maintains his/her teaching skills and participates in professional development activities (both within the school community and attendance at conferences, workshops, etc.). The teacher is a member of professional organizations including but not limited to the American Montessori Society and is aware of major areas of research in teaching and resources for professional learning. 3. The teacher participates in collegial activities designed to make the entire school a productive learning environment, for example, age level meetings, curriculum discussion groups, working committees, mentoring, etc. It is expected that teachers attend all scheduled meetings and professional days as appropriate to their level. The teacher participates and shares information from professional development activities with colleagues to benefit the learning community. Related Duties 1. The teacher conducts new student interviews and hosts prospective student applicants in the classroom as requested. 2. The teacher completes and maintains all records, reports, evaluations, and inventories of student records and tests in a timely manner as may be required by the school. 3. The teacher who works with assistants is responsible for the training and supervision of the assistant. The teacher is responsible for providing input into the evaluations of assistants in accordance with school policy. 4. The teacher may be asked to participate in the interview process and orientation of new staff members. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement. EVALUATION: Each employee shall be evaluated in accordance with the Illinois School Code and the adopted District Evaluation instrument. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation. MENTAL DEMANDS The Montessori Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Preschool Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times. This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026. The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE. Attachment(s): * Montessori Teacher.docx * salary schedule - DEA.pdf

Jewish Council for Youth Services (JCYS) is over a 100-year-old, Chicago-based nonprofit agency that provides early childhood education and camp programs to children of all religions, races, and ethnicities across Chicagoland. We are looking for a new hire to join our team as an Assistant Preschool Teacher in our Highland Park Center! Do you enjoy helping children learn and grow? Are you passionate about a career in early childhood development? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Job Responsibilities: Assist in planning and executing developmentally appropriate programs for assigned classes in accordance with the philosophies of JCYS. Maintain a warm, caring, and respectful attitude toward all children at the center. Have constant supervision and active involvement with children. This includes inside classrooms, in hallways, on playgrounds, on buses, and on offsite trips. Send daily classroom updates to parents via email. Inform Director of parent messages, complaints and concerns, accidents and illnesses, and other classroom incidents. Maintain professional relationships with parents and other staff members. Understand the importance of keeping confidential information safe and take all necessary precautions to do so. Attends staff meetings and contributes to the knowledge of other staff members. Work in partnership with teachers and other staff. Abide by the JCYS Employee Handbook and all agency policies. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children Must meet DCFS standards for experience/education High School Diploma or equivalent Excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated experience in developing positive relationships Must be able to physically interact with children, involving stooping/bending, activities on playground, and sitting on the floor A love of children Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. JCYS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We are hiring Teacher Assistants, Assistant Teachers and child care educators for our lovely Guidepost Montessori school at Lincoln Park! Get the opportunity to empower 0 to 6-year-olds to gain independence, self-confidence, and an enduring love of learning! Your Role We're looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable Assistant Teachers (Guides) to support a mixed-age class of Infants, Toddlers, and preschool (ages 3-6) children in a Montessori environment. In a Montessori environment, guides (teachers) carefully prepare an environment that fosters independence and captivates a child's interest. Guides provide personalized support to each child. They offer individual and small-group lessons, showing children how to use the materials and perform activities with them, and giving them precise language to understand their experiences. Because of the carefully prepared environment and individualized support, children in a Montessori class have tremendous liberty to explore the environment and work on materials of their choice for as long as they want. Most importantly, the support and materials help every child develop skills, confidence, and a firm conviction that they are capable. We're looking for an Assistant Teacher who will bring their best in order to support every child in reaching their highest potential! Guidepost Assistant Teachers: Observe children closely to understand and best meet their needs Prepare a beautiful, orderly environment that fosters independence and concentration Provide individual and small-group lessons to support each child's development Form personal connections with each child and cultivate a community of collaboration and respect An ideal candidate has: Experience working with children ages 0-6 Pay rate $16-19/hr What we offer: The opportunity to contribute to a high-quality Montessori program that serves the individual needs of each child Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training and ongoing professional development through the Prepared Montessorian Institute 75% tuition discount for two children at any school in our network (we serve children from 3-months-old through 12th grade) A network of supportive peers and mentors who appreciate your valuable contributions and regularly share best practices Abundant career growth and promotion opportunities A competitive salary Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and paid holidays About Us Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of 120+ Montessori schools, serving children ages 0-12 in our Nido, Toddler, Children's House, and Elementary programs. And with schools from Shanghai to Paris and California to New York, as well as virtual school and homeschooling support, there are countless opportunities for passionate educators to support children on their individual path to success. At Guidepost, we believe children are capable and we design an education for independence. We're on a mission to radically transform education based on this belief-for children, parents, and educators! Our mission? Children who fully experience and joyfully achieve their own development; children who can reach their highest potential and flourish-in school and in life! If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our school community by applying below! Higher Ground Education, Guidepost Montessori, and Academy of Thought and Industry are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.

SUMMARY: The classroom teacher regardless of race, creed, or disability is primarily responsible for the educational program in the classroom as well as promoting family involvement in the classroom. Through training and other activities, the teacher will provide a creative atmosphere for the growth and development of the total child. Location: Apple Orchard Site, Springfield, IL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Signs in and out upon arrival and departure from any Head Start site. 2. Timely daily arrival. 3. Greets children and parents as well as other co-workers with a warm approach. 4. Helps to assist each child in meeting developmental needs and assists in developmentally appropriate skill building in areas such as gross motor, self-help, social/emotional development, cognitive and communication skills. 5. Works closely with all Specialists and Coordinators to ensure children's files are complete. 6. Prepares and completes a weekly lesson plan with the Teacher Assistant. 7. Prepares and conducts home visits and conferences involving the Teacher Assistant. 8. Administers the on-going assessments for each child using Work Sampling Illinois. 9. Prepare materials used in the daily program with staff. 10. Plan and arrange the room to meet the needs of the children utilizing guidelines provided by the Creative Curriculum, and Early Learning Standards and Head Start Performance Standards. 11. Ensure all classroom equipment is in good repair for safe play by the children. 12. Inventory all equipment in the beginning of the year and at the close of the program. 13. Set and enforce a positive standard of conduct for children and parents. 14. Keeps daily records such as attendance, on-going assessment, and anecdotal as required by the Performance Standards and the Education Coordinator and Site Manager. 15. Supervise indoor and outdoor play very closely while interacting with the children. 16. Work closely with staff in serving meals family style,eating with the children each meal service while modeling and discussing good nutrition practices. 17. Supervise and assist the children with bathroom activities. 18. Requisition supplies for the classroom as needed, using the proper form. 19. Responsible for overall administration of the classroom. Keeping the room clean and orderly. 20. Works with families in planning and coordinating activities and field trips. 21. Must attend all workshops, in-service training and staff meetings as well as other assigned meetings/training requested by the Site Manager, Education Coordinator or the Head Start Director. 22. Consult the Site Manager on problems that may occur at the site. 23. Plan and carry out parent/teacher conferences two (2) times a year as directed by the Site Manager. 24. Work with the Disability Specialist in planning staffing on special needs children. 25. Assist in recruitment throughout the year. 26. Notify the Site Manager of any emergency and accident. 27. Complete a minimum of (2) home visits per program year as required with additional home visits documented as necessary. 28. Report three day absences to the Site Manager while documenting three (3) attempts to contact the family. 29. Ensure that proper child to staff ratios are consistently maintained in the classroom. Alert the Site Manager to any difficulties and lapse in full classroom enrollment. 30. Construct 4 homemade games, with instructions, for classroom usage each year, one per quarter, involving the classroom assistants in development. 31. Employee will comply with the policies and procedures for bus monitoring. Bus monitoring services will consist of (but not limited to) securing all children in seat belts, taking attendance, securing authorized signatures when releasing the child from the bus. Employee will also maintain control and ensure the safety of the children on the bus at all times. 32. Completes required paperwork in a timely basis. 33. Post approved lesson plans weekly ensuring all needed materials are available for implementation. 34. Involve the Teacher Assistant in lesson plan development. 35. Encourage the enrollment of families with diverse backgrounds. Be able to understand the needs and interests of individuals with various backgrounds and become fluent in the languages spoken by the families in the program. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must ensure that all center-based teachers have at least an associate's or bachelor's degree in child development or early childhood education, equivalent coursework, or otherwise meet the requirements of section 648A(a)(3)(B) of the Act. Must meet the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Licensing Standards. 2. Willing to accept supervision and assignments as required. 3. Knowledge of the operation of the program. 4. Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds. 5. Must be in good physical health. 6. Relates well with children, staff and parents. 7. Must complete DCFS required training courses, Illinois Gateway Registry, all Head Start workshops and in-service trainings which also includes United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) training. 8. A Food Service/Sanitation Certificate (Optional). 9. Must have reliable transportation, current driver license and must show proof of insurance required by the State of Illinois 10. Ability to pass a medical exam certifying freedom from communicable diseases and illegal substances. 11. Obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR cards. Pay will be dependent on Education/Credentials Benefits Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan. We offer vacation, sick and personal pay based on date of hire. Pay for this position is based on education credentials and experience. The pay range is $19.00 to $28.50 Springfield Urban League is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Direct instruction for students with IEP's. Educational support and assistance for students with IEP's. Create and write the IEP, including, present levels performance, goals, accommodations, BIP Plans and distribute. Lead the Domain and annual review for all IEP meetings. Advocate for their special education students and work collaboratively with the General Education staff to insure success for all students. Qualifications LBS1 Cert Salary/Benefits Teacher Salary is in accordance with local teacher contract How to Apply Email resume, cover letter, reference letters, & transcripts to Scott Hendricks, Principal at ****************************** Email Address ****************************** School District ************ ILearn Link ILearn Report Card Link Illinois Report Card Job Posting Date 1/10/2025 Start Date 8/14/2025

Substitute/Teacher Description: Follow lesson plans of the absent teacher. Instruct students in a learning environment which focus on a variety of individual needs; assist students with the development of skills to their fullest intellectual social and emotional potentials. Qualifications: Teacher or Substitute Teacher Certificate from the Will County Regional Office Must be willing to work 3-5 days a week and be available from 7:30 am until 3:30 pm. ( 7 hour work day) Application Procedure: Apply Online Selection Procedure: After completion of application you will be contacted by phone to proceed with an interview process. After interview completion you will be contacted by phone for hiring. Pay Rate: $140.00 per day or $70.00 per half-day for first 30 days of subbing within District #843. $160.00 per day or $80.00 per half-day after subbing within District #843 for 30 days within a school year.

Quick Link ****************************************** Position Title Substitute Teaching Assistant Position Description Lincoln Land Community College is seeking part-time, non-benefited Substitute Teaching Assistants to perform duties necessary to support the teaching and learning effort of the Child Development Center. These duties include: * assisting teachers with implementing the daily activities; * reporting health concerns to classroom teachers; * assisting in maintaining a clean safe and healthy classrooms; * helping in monitoring kitchen and classroom supplies; * performing laundry duties; * preparing breakfast, supplements and catered meals. Hourly rate will be $13.00. Work schedule will be no more than 27 hours a week. The Paid Leave for All Workers Act allows part-time employees to earn 1 hour of PTO for every 40 hours worked. For more information on this benefit, please visit IL Department of Labor, PFLA Act. Position Requirements Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of college with at least 12 semester hours in courses related directly to Child Care or Child Development. Associate's Degree in Child Development/Early Childhood Education or equivalency preferred. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have the ability to obtain Food Service Sanitation Certificate. Applicants must be able to meet the following physical requirements: * Carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally * Lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally * Stand for long periods of time * Walk up to 1 mile * Grip, hold and pinch small objects * Dexterity to reach, bend, squat, stoop and kneel on a regular basis * Frequent climbing (ex. ladders, stairs) Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, drug screen, physical and functional capacity exam. LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment. Requisition Specific Details Open Date 03/29/2021 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Transcripts are required for this position and should be uploaded to your application. If you do not have transcripts to upload at the time of submission, please mail them to the address below. Please contact the Human Resources office at ************ if you have any questions. Additionally, candidates must submit a copy of their high school diploma. Lincoln Land Community College ATTN: Human Resources P.O. Box 19256 Springfield, IL 62794 Please note that prior to employment commencing, a copy of a current physical and TB test must be submitted. Professional References Professional References Special Instructions Please provide the names of three people with whom you have worked or trained who have knowledge of your work-related abilities. Relatives are not acceptable references. These individuals will be sent an email (immediately after you submit your application) and be asked to answer a few brief questions about you. Please advise your references that the email will come from ***********.

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Teaching Assistant Date Available: ASAP Additional Information: Show/Hide 500.052C TITLE: Montessori Teacher Assistant QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum of 30 hours of college credit. * Hold or be eligible for teacher assistants certificate. * Montessori training required. REPORTS TO: Building Administrator JOB GOAL: To assist the Montessori teacher in maintaining appropriate classroom activities and environment in order that students may learn effectively. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) * Assist all students in their assigned daily academics as instructed by teachers. * Assist in grading work and assigning students individual academic work. * Alerts the teacher to special needs of individual students. * Provides escorts and assistance to students as necessary. * Helps maintain individual records for each student. * Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction. * Changes will be implemented as needed to meet the needs of the individual student. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Wages, hours, terms, and conditions of employment pursuant to negotiated agreement. EVALUATION: Performance of the position will be evaluated once every two years in accordance with District's plan for evaluation. This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026. The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE. Attachment(s): * 500.052C - Montessori Assistant.doc * DFTA Salary Schedule 2023-2025.pdf

21st Century Teacher - Wilcox Location SUMMARY: The general responsibilities of the Teacher/Tutor are to provide intensive and extensive tutorial services for students. The Teacher/Tutor, in order to assist the student in his/her education endeavors, will utilize the resources by the Youth & Community Program and/or school district personnel. The Teacher/Tutor will provide feedback to Director of Youth & Community Programs and Youth Outreach Advocate regarding the progress the student is making. The individual must be extremely reliable, trustworthy, and have a positive attitude toward direction. This is an after school program. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually. Establish liaison with the teacher and work under the teacher's director, if necessary to assist the student. Attend periodic training sessions to increase competency in working with students. Be responsible for maintaining records on each student being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessment. Provide evaluations and other reports. Assist students in developing positive attitudes toward learning and studying. Assist students in developing self-confidence, and reducing anxiety or fear of failure in academic work. Assist students in developing a high level of motivation in academic areas. Assist students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas. Help students develop the study skills necessary for academic success. Establish and maintain rapport with the assigned student(s). Serve as a role model for students being served. Be learner-centered. Plan and conduct tutorial sessions keyed to your learner's specific needs, interests and goals. QUALIFICATIONS: College degree preferred but not required. Ability to speak, read, and write in English fluently. Display cultural sensitivity and openness to different values/beliefs. Demonstrate patience and willingness to provide encouragement. Willing to commit to up to 8 hours per week and six months of instructional time, or as agreed upon between tutor and Director or Advocate. Prior experience preferred. Beneifts Because this position is part time there are no health benefits at this time. The Springfield Urban League, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer