Early Childhood Teachers - Evanston

JCC Chicago’s dedicated Teachers are critical members of a team of educators, social workers and specialists who support the whole child through a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

We are committed to excellence, providing strong professional development opportunities and nature-inspired classrooms that allow our staff to be their most creative selves! With our ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest DCFS standards, we are looking for those who are enthusiastic about guiding each child to reach their full potential.

As a Reggio Emilia inspired Early Childhood program, we support the individual needs and abilities of each of our students. If you are looking for a place to bring your passion for working with infants and toddlers, we are the place for you!

Benefits will differ for FT and PT employees, based on hours worked. FT benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, sick, vacation & holiday pay. PT benefits may include sick, vacation & holiday pay. Additional employee program discounts are available to all employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build a trusting relationship with each child and family in your classroom.
• Become part of our vibrant, creative, laughter filled community; demonstrate a healthy sense of humor; laugh at the children’s jokes (regardless of whether you understand them)!
• Show your passion for song! The ability to sing on key is appreciated, however the willingness to sing loudly regardless of pitch is an absolute must.
• Greet each child with an enthusiasm that lets him/her know your day is not complete until they have arrived.
• Actively engage in staff meetings and trainings by sharing your ideas and experience with colleagues.
• Nurture and support each child and take pride in the fact that you are making a difference in the lives of each child and family.
• Work with your team to create a positive, supportive classroom environment where JCC policies as well as DCFS and NAEYC requirements are being met.

Key Essential Physical Duties:

• Must be able to lift and move with children (up to 40lbs.).
• Must demonstrate physical stamina and agility including the ability to be mobile for long periods throughout the day.
• Demonstrated ability to move from sitting (on chair or floor) to standing position easily and quickly.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and be able to run and be actively engaged physically with children.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations, moving from sitting to standing to running quickly and effectively.
• Must be able to supervise children by sight and sound.

Education Qualifications for Lead Teachers:

• Have a minimum of a CDA or equivalent;

OR

• Be working on an associate’s or higher degree in ECE, child development-family studies, early childhood special education, or elementary education with a concentration in ECE or the equivalent;

OR

• Have a degree (associate’s or higher) outside of the early childhood field and three or more years of work experience in an NAEYC-accredited program;

OR

• Have a degree (associate’s or higher) outside of early childhood field with three or more years of work experience in a non-accredited program and at least 30 contact hours of relevant training during that past three years.

Other Requirements:

• At least 19 years of age with a high school degree or GED.
• Demonstrated passion for working with young children.
• Child development experience in a preschool, kindergarten or licensed day care program, from birth to age six preferred.

JCC Chicago provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual preference, gender identity or expression, marital status, apparent or non-apparent disability, veteran’s status, or unfavorable discharge from military service in accordance with state and federal laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
JCC Chicago is following current county and state guidelines to protect against COVID-19.

Application Question(s):

• What is the highest level of education you have completed?
• Why do you want to work in an Early Childhood center?
• What is your experience working with children?
• How many Early Childhood college credits do you have?
• What are your salary expectations?
• Please list 2-3 dates and time ranges when you are available for an interview.

Work Location: One location

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