Learning Bridge Early Education Center (LBEEC) was founded in 1944 in Evanston, Illinois, to fill the need for childcare as large numbers of women worked outside the home in WWII. It is the longest standing and most comprehensive full day full year preschool center for working families in Evanston, Illinois. The Learning Bridge mission is to provide affordable and accessible early childcare and education for families of all socioeconomic backgrounds. Our vision being that every child develops a lifelong love of learning; every child grows into a responsible person; every family is stronger because it is part of the Learning Bridge community; every child welcomed regardless of their family’s ability to pay; and every child is ready as a rising kindergarten.
LBEEC is seeking 2 Preschool for All (PFA) credentialed teachers. See requirements below. PFA is a state funded program with a focus on 3- to 5-year-old children and families who have indicators of being at risk, giving these children a head start to kindergarten.
Requirements:
· Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education
· Current Professional Educator License (04) Education Certificate
· Gateways Credential Level 5
· Minimum 1 year of classroom experience with 3-5 year olds
· Computer literate
· Be able to work at least 6 hours a day, 5 days a week.
Benefits of working at Learning Bridge
Competitive Pay with Sign on bonus after 30 and 90 days
9 paid holidays
10 days paid time off.
Paid winter break and summer break. 3 weeks total.
Health 50% paid by employer.
Dental, and Vision Insurance,
Life Insurance, 100% paid by employer.
Staff lounge.
Free street parking
Accessible public transportation: to include the Davis Purple line, Metra Train, and many bus routes.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
License/Certification:
- Valid or Pending Professional Educator License (Required)
Work Location: In person