Early Childhood Teacher and Director

2 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Learning Express Child Care Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Position Available: Daycare Teacher/Director *Must have received 2 doses of Covid-19 vaccine.

*Dual position as Director and Floater Toddler/2's Teacher.
*Director oversees the daily operations of the center including educational and nutritional needs of children and functions as a floater teacher in the toddler/2's classroom, 15 children max.
*Plans and implements age appropriate curriculum using various activities to stimulate the children's social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.
*Interact positively with the children, model good behavior and use appropriate guidance/discipline techniques as outlined in discipline policy.
*Record daily activities of the children and report any major issues to the owner and parent.
*Communicate with the families any incidents that have occurred and recorded on site.
*Maintain knowledge of DCFS Licensing standards (407) and keep abreast of new policies.
*Train new employees and direct staff in room assignments/job duties, and staff scheduling. Assist owner in completing their annual job performance evaluations. When necessary, discipline staff as outlined in our personnel policy.
*Enroll new students and give tours.
*Promote a team working environment and maintain working relationships with parents and staff.
*Ensure the health and safety of all children by keen supervision.
*Ensure compliance with city and state regulations to provide a safe educational and nurturing environment to children families and staff.

Desired Qualifications:

  • 1+ to 2 years of experience
  • Age Groups: Infant, Toddler, Preschool
  • College degree
  • First Aid Training, CPR Training, Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Education Requirements:

Candidate must have a minimum of an associate degree in child development or early childhood education, or the equivalent (defined as 64 semester hours in any discipline with a minimum of 21 semester hours of college credit in child development, early childhood education or early childhood special education) and either a Gateways to Opportunity Level I Illinois Director Credential and/or 3 semester hours of college credit or 3 points of credential approved training in administration, leadership or management.

Company DescriptionLECC is located in the beautiful Edison Park, Chicago neighborhood. We are a small, stable childcare center that has been open for 7+ years. Our total capacity is 33 children with 3 classrooms and 7-8 staff members. We are open Monday-Friday, 6:30-5:30pm.Company DescriptionLECC is located in the beautiful Edison Park, Chicago neighborhood. We are a small, stable childcare center that has been open for 7+ years. Our total capacity is 33 children with 3 classrooms and 7-8 staff members. We are open Monday-Friday, 6:30-5:30pm.
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