20 Best lead teacher jobs in Chicago, IL (Hiring Now!)

Teacher Assistant
Carole Robertson Center for Learning —Chicago, IL
Guide and facilitate activities of the children, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom;
Estimated: $33.6K - $42.5K a year
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LBS1 Special Education Teacher
School of Expressive Arts and Learning —Lombard, IL
Curriculum includes a combination of functional academic learning, daily living skills, and pre-vocational programming that is individualized based on student…
From $56,000 a year
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Algebra II Teacher
Intrinsic Schools —Chicago, IL
Review student level data to inform instruction and student groupings (EPAS aligned interim assessments, data from online programs and teacher-created content…
$58,000 - $80,000 a year
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Managing Associate Teacher
Carole Robertson Center for Learning —Chicago, IL
Guide and facilitate activities of the children, including daily activities, field trips, and selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom;
Estimated: $48.5K - $61.4K a year
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Child Care Teacher
Proviso Leyden Council for Community Action, Inc. —Maywood, IL
Meets with the classroom team weekly to discuss child assessment results and develop individualized instruction plans. Only full-time employees are eligible.
$18.50 - $21.50 an hour
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World Language (WLES) Teacher (Spanish)
Oak Park Elementary School District 97 —Oak Park, IL
Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Develop and administer assessments to evaluate students' language proficiency and monitor their progress.
Estimated: $50.1K - $63.4K a year
Lead Infant Teacher - River West
City Children's Academy —Chicago, IL
Implementing curriculum and current lesson plans based on school guidelines and weekly themes. Meeting the individual needs of the children by interacting with…
$20 - $22 an hour
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4h
Substitute Teacher
BuggEyes, L.L.C. —Chicago, IL
Communicate daily outcomes to lead teachers. Manage classroom and/or small groups. You will receive hands-on training, coaching, and professional development to…
Up to $25 an hour
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Special Education Teacher
Black Bear Academy —Chicago, IL
Collaboration with other providers and academic teachers. We are seeking lead teachers for our therapeutic preschool - 1st grade classes.
$50,000 - $75,000 a year
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LBS1 Special Education High School Teacher
School of Expressive Arts and Learning —Lombard, IL
Curriculum includes a combination of functional academic learning, daily living skills, and pre-vocational programming that is individualized based on student…
From $56,000 a year
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Lead Teacher - Preschool/Pre-K
The Goddard School of Chicago (West Loop), IL —Chicago, IL
Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Has successfully completed state-required pre-service…
$19 - $21 an hour
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22h
Lead Daycare Teacher- Infants
Kiddie Academy - Illinois —Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Total of 60 college credit hours with 6 credit hours in Early Childhood Education/Child Development OR a total of 30 college credit hours with 6 credit hours in…
$17 - $20 an hour
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Preschool Lead Co-Teacher
Park West Cooperative Nursery School —Chicago, IL
Collaborate with co-teacher to develop play-based curriculum in response to observations of children’s interests and developmental levels.
$25,000 - $35,000 a year
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11d
IMMEDIATE OPENING: Assistant Director/Lead Teacher
Nook Preschool Studio —Chicago, IL
Implements and follows all proper supervision techniques as required by the company and state licensing. Reports suspected child abuse or neglect to local child…
$20 - $22 an hour
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4h
Teacher - Early Childhood Education
Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Education Center —Hinsdale, IL
The preferred candidate will have bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, or in elementary education with early childhood credits.
$27,000 - $43,000 a year
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4d
Early Childhood Lead/Master Teacher (Infant and Toddler)
SCC Early Childhood Centers —Skokie, IL
Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and hold an associate degree (Lead) or bachelor's degree (Master) in early childhood education (or equivalent).
$17 - $25 an hour
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Full-Time Floating Assistant Teacher
For Your Child Preschool —Chicago, IL
Healthy classroom and school wide budgets so teachers do NOT have to spend their own money. Ability to assist the lead teachers with providing a warm and…
$17 - $18 an hour
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Head Start Teacher at Debra Ann Porter Childcare Center
PLCCA, Inc. —Maywood, IL
License/Certification: *Illinois PEL license (Preferred). Our Head Start Teachers take the lead in working with their classroom teams to implement a formal…
$45,000 - $52,000 a year
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Lead Early Childhood Teacher (0-3) - Rogers Park and Andersonville
Lake Shore Schools —Chicago, IL
Keep up to date with licensing requirements for education and experience. Participate actively with peers through communication, collaboration, and curriculum.
From $23 an hour
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Daycare Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant
Renown Daycare Center —Chicago, IL
For the assistant position, a qualified candidate is expected to at least have a high school diploma. By working with us, you will have the chance to move up…
$16.15 - $22.00 an hour
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Teacher Assistant

Carole Robertson Center for Learning - Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time Estimated: $33.6K - $42.5K a year

Qualifications

Bilingual
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Program development
Writing skills
Analysis skills
Supervising experience
Bachelor's degree
Lesson planning
IT
Associate's degree
Communication skills
Early Childhood Education
Under 1 year

Full Job Description

Teacher Assistant

$1000 Sign on Bonus!!!!!

Under the direction of the Managing Associate Teacher, assists in overseeing and directing the planning, organizing, and implementation of education services for children, in addition to full-time classroom teacher duties which include developing and implementing individual educational plans for children.

Major Responsibilities and Key Tasks

Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards and the component plans, and thorough knowledge and application of Developmentally Appropriate Practices;
Guide and facilitate activities of the children, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom;
Cooperate with other staff and classroom groups to maintain the smooth functioning of the program, which at times may require changes to meet the needs of the children;
Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations in each are, example of the child's work, and development assessment;
Use home visits and parent conferences to discuss the child's individual development and progress, assist the parents in developing observational skills and solicit parent observations;
Eat with and assist children in the development of social and self-help skills, and sound nutritional practices;
Collaborate with family support staff to exchange information pertinent to the identification and services of children with disabilities;
Collaborate with the mental health director to discuss mental health needs of children;
Guide children's acquisition of social skills and ability to meet widely held expectations across all developmental domains;
Attend staff training and meetings, and board and parent meetings as requested;
Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment, assuring that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored;
Use the playground as an extension of the classroom, assuring that classroom, assuring that the playground is safe;
Assist in conducting the daily health and environment checklist;
Assist in implementing children's I.E.P. (Individual Education Plan) or I.F.S.P. (Individual Family Service Plan) seeking clarification for any aspects that are not well understood;
Assist in recruiting and orienting volunteers, providing them with guidance as needed; and
Complete and submit required forms and records in a timely and accurate fashion, e.g. lesson plans, timesheets, meal reports, etc.

Competencies

Values - ability to demonstrate in word and action the Center's core values and deep commitment to the mission, vision, priorities and needs of the organization and diverse communities it serves.
Inclusion - values all people for their unique talents and perspectives and promotes practices that promote and provide equal access to opportunities and resources that enable employees to contribute fully to the organization's serves.
Relationships - ability to build authentic relationships in the service of enhancing individual and team performances to support the Center's work.
Change Capacity - leads self and others by demonstrating the ability to pivot and respond to unpredictable, disruptive, and ambiguous situations. Develop processes, tools, and techniques used to advance desired organizational outcomes and manage change effectively.
Results-Proven Track Record - demonstrable ability to exceed goals with a bottom-line orientation; evidence of the ability to consistently make good decisions through a combinations of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; high level of business acumen including successful P&L management; the ability to balance the delivery of programs against the realities of a budget; and problem solving, project management, and creative resourcefulness.
Strategic Vision and Agility - ability to think strategically, anticipate future consequences and trends, and incorporate them into the organizational plan.
Innovation - ability to form ideas that are new and enhanced, while introducing constructive ways of looking at problems that foster creativity interdisciplinary/cross-functional work.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

An associate degree in early childhood education or development and a Level 4 ECE and IT credential; or
A baccalaureate and a Level 4 ECE and IT credential;
Have knowledge and experience in the philosophy and practices of Head Start (or comparable child development programs), early childhood education, developmentally appropriate practice, and bilingual education;
Proof of a physical examination within the last six months, which includes a tuberculosis test, and comply with other background checks a required by the Agency and/or DCFS licensing;
Personal qualifications as required in Part 407: Licensing Standards for Day Care Centers, emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the aims of the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good personal hygiene, and physical and mental health which does not interfere with responsibilities;
Education or experience in collaborating with parents in the education of their children;
Requires ability to use abstract reasoning, problem-solving, planning, and analytical skills in training, evaluation, and program development;
Requires effective interpersonal and oral communication skills for supervisory duties;
Requires effective writing and oral communication skills;
Requires proficient use of technology, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and the ability to acclimate to online portal usage for recording observations, assessments, and lesson planning;
Successful experience working in a team setting;
Ability to present a positive image of the organization to members if the community;
Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction, if needed;
Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer and office equipment, including but not limited to: telephone, fax machine, copier, and tape recorder;
Must be able to lift 55 pounds; and
Experience successfully working with a culturally diverse staff and clients.

Working Conditions

Possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids or tissues;
Possible exposure to communicable diseases; and
Job requires sitting for long periods of time (during planning and reporting) and standing for long periods of time (during work with children, observations, and training), as well as stooping, squatting, and running.

Covid Requirements

Fostering a safe environment for the children, families, and communities we serve and our employees is of the utmost importance. In the spirit, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment, you will be required to share proof of full Covid-19 vaccination status. To be considered fully vaccinated it must be at least two weeks since you received the second does of Pfizer or Moderna Covid-19 vaccine or the only dose of the Johnson & Johnson Covid - 19 vaccine. Accommodation requests will be considered in compliance with applicable laws.

Carole Robertson Center for Learning is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. Carole Robertson Center for Learning evaluates qualified applicants without regards to race, color, religion, sex national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other legally protected characteristics.

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lead teacher jobs in Chicago, IL

Teacher Assistant

LBS1 Special Education Teacher

Algebra II Teacher

Managing Associate Teacher

Child Care Teacher

World Language (WLES) Teacher (Spanish)

Lead Infant Teacher - River West

Substitute Teacher

Special Education Teacher

LBS1 Special Education High School Teacher

Lead Teacher - Preschool/Pre-K

Lead Daycare Teacher- Infants

Preschool Lead Co-Teacher

IMMEDIATE OPENING: Assistant Director/Lead Teacher

Teacher - Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Lead/Master Teacher (Infant and Toddler)

Full-Time Floating Assistant Teacher

Head Start Teacher at Debra Ann Porter Childcare Center

Lead Early Childhood Teacher (0-3) - Rogers Park and Andersonville

Daycare Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant

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