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Infant Teacher

Open Space Early Learning Center
Chicago, IL, US
$16-$18 an hour
Full-time

Are you a passionate educator, committed to the growth and education of children? Open Space Early Learning Center is looking for experienced classroom teachers to join our team! If you are passionate about teaching our littlest humans how to grow and thrive in their environment, we would love to meet you!

Open Space’s philosophy is rooted in Piaget's and Vygotsky’s belief that children learn best through self-discovery and play while engaging with their peers and caregivers.

We believe in providing a child-centered, play and discovery-based curriculum. At Open Space, we strive to bring high-quality early education to all children and provide an open space that is warm and welcoming for anyone that walks through our doors.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Infant Teacher join our team!

Applicants must be dedicated, warm, passionate, nurturing, and cooperative. We offer comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive working environment.

Job Duties include but are not limited to :

Creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans using the philosophy at Open Space

Meeting the individual needs of every child by interacting with them to encourage and support play, exploration, and learning

Collaborating with families to create inclusive and culturally relevant classroom and curriculum

Providing a fun, welcoming, warm and safe classroom environment

Completing assessments quarterly for each child and documenting and maintaining children's portfolios.

Professional daily interactions and active communication with children, co-workers, and parents.

Meeting and following requirements of all licensing agencies

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED for Assistant Teachers

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related area for Lead Teachers with 6 credits in Early Childhood

CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification

Proof of TB Test, and TDAP, 2 Doses of MMR and immunizations

Proof of Covid vaccination

Physical

Obtain new Food Handlers Training Certificate

1+ years of experience in an early childhood environment

Must meet and follow all additional City and State licensing requirements

Job Type : Full-time

30+ days ago
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